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Prepare the Way

Right now, the city is doing roadwork in the area in which we live. They took one day to mark out their work and set up warning signs. Another day, they spent preparing the street for the work to be done. Then, they could actually begin the work on the road. If we are toContinue reading “Prepare the Way”

Be On the Watch

In ancient times, many cities were fortified with walls that surrounded them. They set guards in towers and walked around the city to watch for approaching enemies. Guards also manned the city gates to allow entry to authorized persons. Today, many businesses employ security guards to do much the same thing. But on a personalContinue reading “Be On the Watch”

Kicking Against the Goad

I heard a testimony of a young woman today. She had a rough life and had made many bad choices according to her own words. One night she found herself handcuffed in the back of a police car. As they were driving her to the police station, she asked God, “Why do all these badContinue reading “Kicking Against the Goad”

Turn the Volume Up

Some sounds please us to the point that we increase the volume, if we can. A baby’s coo and the words, “I love you” fit into this category. Some sounds have the opposite effect, perhaps grating our nerves. In these cases we want to turn the volume down. I turn the volume completely off whenContinue reading “Turn the Volume Up”

Job Application

If you’ve ever applied for a job, certain things are expected. You may fill out an application or prepare a resume. You words will be designed to demonstrate that you are qualified for the position. Then you may be called for an interview, where, again, your words will be carefully constructed to confirm that youContinue reading “Job Application”