“Because!” Sometimes in response to the “why” of certain actions, someone might respond, “Just because.” But “because of what?” Our English word “because” stems from 14th century “by cause”. As I look at the word I am struck by the compound of “be” and “cause” [be-cause] which makes me wonder about what it … [Read more...] about BECAUSE!
Authority
PRIVELEGE TO CARRY! (Part 1)
In the beloved hymn “What a Friend We Have in Jesus” (words by Joseph Scriven 1855), the first stanza is: “What a Friend we have in Jesus, All our sins and griefs to bear! What a privilege to carry Ev’rything to God in … [Read more...] about PRIVELEGE TO CARRY! (Part 1)
BEYOND THE NAME!
If you hear the name Dan or the name Darla, they may not mean anything to you unless you know a particular person by those names. Though names identify an individual, the name itself may not tell us anything about them except perhaps in some cases a clue to … [Read more...] about BEYOND THE NAME!
Choosing a Mate
Do you “choose” yourself a mate, or is finding the perfect one just waiting for “fate” to bring them to you? You and I both know that no matter how we act, we really all want to be loved. And even when I try to fit in with people that aren’t living morally, deep down inside, all I really want is to do what’s right and to be accepted by God. Don’t you? The reason I’ve come … [Read more...] about Choosing a Mate
