People have long pondered, “What is the meaning of life?”. It is possible to sit looking around for a long time wondering about the meaning of it all. Perhaps reading through Solomon’s consideration of life in Ecclesiastes in the contrasts between living life “under the sun” (i.e. Ecclesiastes 1:3) or “under … [Read more...] about MEANINGFUL!
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LIFE ADVENTURE!
I love being out in nature hiking on trails through the woods, walking along rivers or streams, and moving up into the mountains. There are some places to which I love to return. However, I also love the adventure of hiking in new places where I get to wonder about what is around the next curve or over the next rise. And … [Read more...] about LIFE ADVENTURE!
RESTORED TO RESTORE!
Reaching out to others with the truth of God’s Word is a significant thing, but significant to it is also the way in which we do so. When I began preaching, a seasoned preacher told me, “Don’t aim so low as to step on toes. Aim for the heart.” (Charles Andrews) At the heart of preaching -- as well as the sharing of the Gospel one on … [Read more...] about RESTORED TO RESTORE!
ATTITUDE OVER CIRCUMSTANCE!
If only I had a different job. If only I had a different position. If only I lived in a better neighborhood. If only (whatever else comes to mind). “If only” lists could go on and on in causing us to think it is no use trying where we are or because of how some things are going. This brings to mind a quote posted on … [Read more...] about ATTITUDE OVER CIRCUMSTANCE!
LIFTING THE FOCUS!
As Jesus was in the upper room with His disciples prior to going to the garden where He would be arrested and led away to ultimately be crucified, He knew what the disciples would go through. Amongst His encouraging words that night were. . … [Read more...] about LIFTING THE FOCUS!
