Would I be called a Christian if everybody knew My secret thoughts and feelings and everything I do? Oh, would they see the likeness of Christ in me each day? Oh, would they hear Him speaking in every word I say? Would I be called a Christian if everybody could know That I am found in places where Jesus would not go? Oh, would they hear His echo in every song … [Read more...] about Would I be Called a Christian?
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Just Kidding!
[Originally written June 2002] Nearly 25 summers ago my friend Randy and I went with his father to the lake to do some fishing and swimming. The swimming area was close to a boat dock where boats of all kinds were being set into the water. As we were swimming, a Catamaran sailboat was launched and the wind caught the sails and was headed directly toward us. The wind was high so … [Read more...] about Just Kidding!
SUMMER TIME!
“Summer time, and the livin’ is easy” – lyrics of a song popular from years past. A break from school -- sleep late, vacation, relaxed days – ahh, it’s June! As you enjoy the days, let’s remember not to take a break from your commitment to God. There are things that we need to “run” from. Remember Titus 2:12? It says, “teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, … [Read more...] about SUMMER TIME!
USED, ABUSED, AND ACCUSED! (Part 3 of 4)
As we have noted, when we are used, abused, and accused, it is generally not a pleasant experience. However, we would do well to learn to seek how God can be glorified in those moments? Those who abuse others generally do not value the lives of … [Read more...] about USED, ABUSED, AND ACCUSED! (Part 3 of 4)
USED, ABUSED, AND ACCUSED! (Part 1 of 4)
We live in a world of users, abusers, and accusers and when we are used, abused, and accused, it is generally not a pleasant experience. Those are things we like to avoid. However, before we too quickly excuse ourselves, let us be honest about our own moments when we have not responded appropriately … [Read more...] about USED, ABUSED, AND ACCUSED! (Part 1 of 4)
