Reading provides innumerable benefits. It trains our minds and increases our knowledge. I read a lot of articles and books. Some offer thoughtful help, but many are useless and misleading. Where can we go to find trustworthy truth that benefits mind, body, and soul? Psalm 1:1-2 says, “Blessed is the man who walks not inContinue reading “What Are You Reading?”
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Blessed Is He Who
The Fruit of Our Lives
It is true that our actions affect other people. If we get angry, we may damage relations, destroy property, and even affect outcomes. If we help another person in need, we may improve their ability to move forward in life. Often, we don’t consider the wider impact of the way we live our lives. ProverbsContinue reading “The Fruit of Our Lives”
The City Rejoices
Walking in Darkness
Every morning, I walk six to eight miles. It is almost always still dark when I set out. The darkness creates a problem for me as I can’t see some tree roots and uneven surfaces. So I sometimes trip and fall, suffering the scrapes and bruises caused by my careless steps in the darkness. IContinue reading “Walking in Darkness”
Secure Steps
Think Before Speaking
We all have heard the expression, “think before you speak.” We have probably experienced many situations when we wished we had done just that. Or at least, we have heard something that other people probably regretted saying later. We are so eager to speak at times that we fail to consider the words that weContinue reading “Think Before Speaking”
The Heart of the Righteous
Never Changes
My opinions can change over time and most have. Relationships change over time and may become more or less intimate. Laws change, politics change, social norms change, fashion changes, and the economic environment certainly changes. But God never changes. He has no need or desire to change, as He is, was, and always will beContinue reading “Never Changes”
Reluctant Retiree 