Expect a Miracle

Recently I visited with an old friend. We had not talked together for several years. We were very much enjoying our conversation – recalling old friends – remembering some experiences…when my friend commented, ‘Why is that when one is having once in a lifetime...

Job in the Hole

Today…my complaint is bitter… Oh, that I knew where I might find him, That I might come even to his dwelling! I would lay my case before him, And fill my mouth with arguments. I would learn what he would answer me, And understand what he would say to me. Would he...

How does a Christian make it in an age of Jerks?

“…where there is envy and selfish ambition, there will also be disorder and wickedness of every kind.” “Show by your good life that your works are done with gentleness born of wisdom.” My title for this message is “How does a Christian make it an age of Jerks?” My...

Fear No Evil

You have heard me say from time to time that I am involved in a continuing effort to get educated beyond my intelligence. Mostly that involves reading. And avoiding various temptations. Given my age those temptations consist mostly of television, social media, and not...

I Can See Clearly Now

“I can see clearly now… I can see all obstacles in my way…” I heard this song on the radio not too many days ago. Johnny Nash “Gonna be a bright (bright) sunshiny day!” It certainly didn’t describe my feelings, my mood, at the time – I had been thinking about the...