While in my teens I knew that the work the church was to perform was important. Iwanted more people to learn of Jesus and become faithful, mature members. I wanted thechurch to thrive in every essential way. However, I mistakenly thought thataccomplishing this was the work of the “grown” men and women in the church. I did notconsider myself either able or needed to work for … [Read more...] about Remember Now the Creator in Your Youth…
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Who’s Watching You?
I have a four year old cousin who, from the time she could walk, did everything I did, said everything I said, and basically wanted to be just like me. I never really thought about it too much until one day, while she was visiting my house, I said something very rude to my mom. The next thing I knew, she had said the very same thing to her mother. I was to blame for her … [Read more...] about Who’s Watching You?
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!
STRATEGICALLY PLACED!
Returning home one evening about a week ago, I noticed the power was out over a several block area as I was nearing our neighborhood. However, as I pulled up in front of our house, I saw that our living room appeared well illuminated. Walking through the front door I noticed three battery lanterns my wife had strategically placed … [Read more...] about STRATEGICALLY PLACED!
MIRRORS!
Some things don’t go very well together -- such as immaturity, rocks, and mirrors. I know because I was there once. When in grade school, a friend of mine and I came upon a panel or board on which were mounted nine mirrors. I don’t know what the former use might have been, but there it was, discarded in the brush by someone who apparently … [Read more...] about MIRRORS!