Joel 2:1 – “Blow a trumpet in Zion; sound an alarm on my holy mountain! Let all the inhabitants of the land tremble, for the day of the Lord is coming; it is near.” The Little Christian Who Cried “Wolf!” For thirty years, I’ve lived near a busy fire station. Day and night, firefighters and […]
Trust
Uncertain Times? Partner with God – Bonus Soup Recipe
In 2022, we are facing uncertain times. Fuel costs, shortages, and worldwide instability could cause a person to fret and worry, especially if that person hasn’t learned to place their trust in God. It’s easy to spot Christ-followers who struggle with trust. A consistently stressed Christian has not learned to navigate through stressful experiences by […]
Even in Uncertain Times, We Must Keep Moving
If I have learned anything in 2020, it is the following. Some of my education has taken place in remedial classes, reviewing material that I apparently knew at one point but had to brush up on: God is good, and His intentions are to bless me and others. He did not cause the events of […]
God’s Not An Abusive Parent
Hebrews 12:19-23 – “Therefore, brothers, since we have confidence to enter the holy places by the blood of Jesus, by the new and living way that he opened for us through the curtain, that is, through his flesh, and since we have a great priest over the house of God, let us draw near with […]
Keep it Short and to the Point
For the most part, Jesus prayers’ were short and to the point when he healed, forgave or delivered someone. His most prolonged prayers were heard only by his closest companions. (John 13-17) Perhaps I should write a book “Caveman Prayers” by Katherine Walden. “Heart, be at peace!” “Arm, be healed!” “Forgive me, Jesus.” “Jesus, Iowa […]
I’m a Christian. Where’s My Discount?
I came across the following blog I wrote five years ago and felt to republish it in light of today’s economy in 2020. Christian professionals and business owners are losing friends who felt somehow entitled to exclusive discounts on their services. I’m sorry to break it to you, but being a Christian isn’t like being […]