Grace upon grace This past weekend, Joanne and I journeyed 10 hours to Birmingham to see our family, especially our second great-grandchild, Elijah. During the first minute or two, we were gazing upon this gift from God, wondering who he looked like and other things that run through a great-grandparent’s mind. He and others were […]
We’ve all heard of the Tale of Two Cities, a great book I read when I was a teenager because my class teacher required it. Plus, the movie was impressive. But today, I want to address two buildings across the street from each other. So close, but they represent two totally opposite schools of thought. […]
Drought If you live in Dallas or parts nearby, the latter part of Spring has been extremely hot. Summer is supposed to arrive tomorrow, so I don’t think we’ve seen anything yet. Some believe that we’re entering into a severe drought. I’m praying that God will be merciful and deliver us from anything like that. […]
G.R.A.C.E. Everyone at one time or another has received a grace period for a late payment, or a decision, whatever. And you’ve also extended grace to other people. When some hear the word, they think of elegance, poise or charm. Even courtesy, politeness, good manners. Maybe it’s doing honor or credit to someone or something, […]
Experience the grace and sufficiency of Christ Contentment seems to escape most of us, if not all. The desire for more is so strong. And to have a difficult situation be removed without any pain or suffering. So many situations that rob us of being content. What’s yours? Paul, addressing the Philippians, made them aware […]
God’s glory My friend John Maisel is continually reminding me and many others to not mess with God’s glory. Yes, Paul said it another way while addressing the Corinthians. Glories can also be translated as ‘boasts’. Whatever you may have accomplished in your lifetime, it pales in comparison to Christ’s sacrifice on the cross. Everything […]
The comeback While working out at the Aerobics Center this past week, I noticed a young girl working with her trainer. I was intrigued by the message on the back of her T-shirt. It said: ‘The comeback is always better than the setback’. Wow, that preaches! All of us have experienced trials and setbacks in […]
The American Dream Can you imagine a corporate icon, or a politician, even an athlete, adhering to this life statement? And how about, the survival of the fittest. Isn’t that what we have been told in America? The strong rule the weak! Maybe one explanation is that Paul wrote this before America was formed. He […]
They said, “Is not this Jesus, the son of Joseph, whose father and mother we know? How does he now say, ‘I have come down from heaven’?” John 6.42 ESV The crowned jewel Joanne has done incredible research on her family tree. It is interesting and revealing. Why do you think ancestry is important? Could […]
Wanting more It is simply fallen human nature, even pre-fallen human nature, to want something from God or from others. That’s why we like birthdays and Christmas. What am I gonna get? Sure, we get joy out of giving to others, but down deep, like any kid, ‘what is under the tree for me?’ Do […]