“…whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely . . . and if there be any praise, think on these things.” – Philippians 4:8 Iremember it was almost bedtime Christmas Eve and my siblings and I were anxiously awaiting the big event. All we had to do now was fall asleep and awaken early Christmas Day. This is not an easy task for a young … Continue reading The Calming Power of Music
“But the day of the Lord will come as a thief in the night; in the which the heavens shall pass away with a great noise, and the elements shall melt with fervent heat, the earth also and the works that are therein shall be burned up.” – II Peter 3:10 Today I simply want to remind us that material possessions are temporary! Our grasp … Continue reading Storage Unit Syndrome
“Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.” Philippians. 4:6-7 Don’t be worried, stressed, or full of care for anything, but approach every single thing, every day, every task, every problem, every fear … Continue reading Eliminating Stress
“If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.” – Romans 12:18 I know people who seem to have dozens of connectors. They are genuinely close to several dozen people who consider them to be a personal and intimate friend. These “larger Legos” are social butterflies retaining the ability to have a heart-to-heart over coffee at 2:00pm with one … Continue reading Like A Lego
“Be still, and know that I am God.” – Psalm 46:10 I have a computer. It has YouTube. YouTube will suck the life right out of me if I let it. Adorable kittens, dancing babies, and skiing squirrels are vying for my attention. And YouTube is just one of Millions of Media websites that consume the mind. I have a phone. It even makes phone … Continue reading Media Madness
“Except the LORD build the house, they labour in vain that build it…It is vain for you to rise up early, to sit up late, to eat the bread of sorrows: for so he giveth his beloved sleep.” – Psalm 127:1-2 Sometimes we miss sleep because we are stupid. We waste away time on frivolous things that deplete our energy and accomplish little. However, sometimes … Continue reading Are You Tired?
Growing up in a middle class family, I was accustomed to having high speed internet and cable television. When you are newly married and the budget is tight, some things just have to go. For me, cable and internet where those things. I remember watching television and having to get up off the couch every ten minutes to adjust the television antenna. It was annoying. … Continue reading We Can’t Afford It
“But as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on his name.” John 1:12 A girl, age 7, sat upon the living room couch with arms folded and tears in her eyes. Her father, temporarily preoccupied with just-home responsibilities, barely noticed his little princess as he deposited his keys and wallet in … Continue reading The Expectations of Others
