I know it's been over a month since I last wrote. Sometimes life just gets busy, and time just keeps going.I am considered to be a baby boomer. Yes, I was born in the early '60s—Easter morning in 1961, to be exact.In the generations since, I have seen many changes, some good and some not…Read more Changing
Watched
We are being watched whether we want to be or not. People watch us shop, they watch how we walk, and even watch how we handle good or bad situations. Nowadays, with cellphones, we are not only watched; we are being recorded on video. Some of us may not like it and complain about invasion…Read more Watched
Design
The last couple of months, I have been learning design CAD. I'm a model railroader, and by designing my own scenery, buildings, and such, then 3D printing them, it saves me a lot of money and keeps my hobby within the budget. Designing is fun to do but also, at times, very frustrating. Learning how…Read more Design
Money
I'm sure most of you have heard the saying, "Money is the root of all evil." While sometimes it may look like it, is it really? It's not hard to see those who make hundreds of thousands a year, like pro football, basketball, and baseball players, throw their money around spending it wildly on wasteful…Read more Money
The new year is now less than 1 week away. It's always exciting to me to see the new year come in. My wife and I have a little tradition we do every year. We find a movie and watch it up to about 10 minutes before the new year. My wife goes and prepares…Read more
Bullied
When I was growing up, I lived with two sisters. The closest boy to my age was five years younger. Because I had two sisters, I knew more about girl stuff than boy stuff. I was raised to respect women and didn't dare to raise a hand to either of my sisters. When siblings argue…Read more Bullied
Celebrations
Christmas is now less than a week away. I was reminded once again that some people think I am a Scrooge or the Grinch because I don't put out the effort to decorate or like to spend a little money on gifts. Those people are not totally wrong, and it may appear as though I…Read more Celebrations
Cold
Today the weather outside in Northern Indiana is a balmy 14 degrees. Too cold for me. I am not a cold weather type of guy. I like the temps to be in the upper 70s to lower 80s. Cold winters in Indiana are normal, and I have often asked myself why I stay up here…Read more Cold
Music’s in the Air
They say music speaks in any language. In the United States, if you walk through a park, you’re likely to hear at least 3 or 4 different styles of music. I grew up in the 60s and 70s, so you don’t have to wonder too much what music I like best. I am also a…Read more Music’s in the Air
Puppy
In the mornings, my dog loves to jump up on my lap and sit between my legs on the recliner. She has done that since she was a puppy. She feels wanted and secure. In reality, that is what we all want. We want to feel needed, we want to feel safe, we want to…Read more Puppy
Angels Watch Over Me
I remember a couple of years ago, a winter storm had arrived. The snow was coming down, the wind was blowing hard, and it was hard to see in front of you. On top of that, you couldn't tell where the center or edge of the road was. The time was around 11:45 p.m. There…Read more Angels Watch Over Me
Non-Stop
One of the great things about being a born-again Christian is our unending communication with our Lord and Savior. Christ is always there, watching us, protecting us, and always waiting to listen to us. In one of my earlier blogs, I wrote about how we should pray. In this blog, I want to explore a…Read more Non-Stop
Making Friends
I was reading on one of the social media sites, and I came across someone asking why they don't have any friends at church. Right away, many thoughts came rushing through my mind as I pondered this question for a few minutes. I am going to offer a take on a few reasons why you…Read more Making Friends
Grace, Always
I took a few days off from writing in my blog to reflect and remember all the great times and memories I had with my best friend. Even though I knew her time this year was short after visiting her a few days before she passed, no one can really prepare for one's passing. One…Read more Grace, Always
Goodbye My Friend
I just found out my best friend has passed away. In September she was diagnosed with acute Myloid leukemia. She has now lost the fight with this cancer. My heart is hurting, because she will be missed greatly. She had wonderful family that took extremely good care of her the last couple of months and…Read more Goodbye My Friend
Trust
I love early mornings. It's about 4:30 a.m.; everything is quiet and peaceful. There is very little traffic coming down the street.I worked an overnight shift for around 26 years, so being up all night is not a strange thing for me. Now that I have retired, I find it very difficult to go to…Read more Trust
Snow Storms
If you live in the upper Midwest part of the country or used to, you know it always gets cold in the winter and you always get snow. Sometimes, the snow arrives before Thanksgiving, sometimes after Christmas, but I can assure you, there will be snow. This year, Northern Indiana has already had its second…Read more Snow Storms
Mondays Blues
Aah, another Monday morning. I'm wondering why Mondays get such a bad rap. Did you know in retail, Mondays are the worst day of the week as far as sales? In some places, Mondays are so bad, they stay closed. Years ago, when I was a young man, I remember my dad used to fill…Read more Mondays Blues
My Best Friend
We all have friendships with people from work, church, family, and clubs, to name a few, but having a best friend is different. You may have more than one best friend, but I would venture to say you probably only have one, two at most. Dont get a best friend and close friend confused. A…Read more My Best Friend
The Burnt Turkey
Thanksgiving is once more upon us. I know I have been through 64 of them, and 58 of them I remember. I remember Thanksgivings growing up. My mom would burn the turkey every year, the dinner rolls were always burnt and black on the bottom, so everyone would cut off the bottom and after dinner,…Read more The Burnt Turkey
Are your Fruits Showing?
I'm not really keen on getting on social media. There is just too much trash, lies, and scams—everything that disgusts me. So I limit myself to very little time. With all the bad on social media, there are some good things. I enjoy reading posts from fellow model railroaders, getting advice, giving advice, and seeing…Read more Are your Fruits Showing?
Losing A Friend
I found out a month ago that one of my few best friends was diagnosed with leukemia. When I called her to find out what was going on, she was in very good spirits, as the doctors had told her that the type of leukemia she has is very treatable and she should make a…Read more Losing A Friend
Amazing!
I was thinking about my nose. Strange, right? Have you ever wondered if our nose was placed somewhere different on our face or body? What would it be like if our nose were on our forehead? We would probably be bumping it all the time; we would have to wear hats differently. Would we let…Read more Amazing!
Prayful Heart
Years ago, I used to have a bit of a phobia when it came to praying with other believers. I was always concerned that I didn't pray well enough. I would hear others pray, and it always seemed they knew exactly what to say and exactly what I was thinking. I was concerned because I…Read more Prayful Heart
Am I Saved?
As I was reading through other blogs the other day, I came across a subject that many Christians have asked. The question was raised: Can a Christian ever lose their salvation? I am going to list some scripture so you can search for the answer for yourself. My own belief is that once you're saved,…Read more Am I Saved?
Journey
When I was young, my thoughts were all playful, free from worry or shame. I only knew of freedom and childhood games. Into my teens, my life started to rearrange. I began seeing the world, how would I change? Now, in my forties, being successful, and sure. I wasn't content, so I looked for a…Read more Journey
You’ve Got Personality
We know there are two types of individuals: extroverts and introverts. Even though we find ourselves in one of these two groups, there are different personality types. Generally, we will have two sides to our personality. The first side is who we are; the second is how we handle them or how we outwardly show…Read more You’ve Got Personality
I See You
When people meet you for the first time, what do they see? What do friends and family see? How we express ourselves is an outward expression of who we are inside as individuals. Part of this is our personality, which has developed over the years and was rooted when we were young and impressionable. Some…Read more I See You
Celebrate
My heart has been heavy the last couple of days, and I felt strongly that God wanted me to share what was on it. Now, I am turning things around and rejoicing in this writing. I just read a post from one of the social pages that a fellow believer, a sister in Christ, was…Read more Celebrate
Suicide
Just recently, I had a co-worker whose brother committed suicide, and another brother is in critical condition after trying to take his life. You hear about people committing suicide all the time in the news. So what causes people to cross that boundary? Shortly after the news about my co-worker's brother, a younger male in…Read more Suicide
Life or Death
There are two things about life that are guaranteed: death and taxes. In the United States of America, Uncle Sam is going to get his money one way or another, and most of the time in many ways. It doesn't matter who you are; you will pay some kind of tax, whether it's on food,…Read more Life or Death
Horrible News
A few days ago, one of my co-workers brother, shot and killed his wife and then tried to take his own life. What a tragic event to have to hear about. Unfortunately, this kind of event happens way to often in our society. When pride, lust and greed take root in a person's life, all…Read more Horrible News
Patience
Remember growing up the excitement of waiting for Christmas Eve or Christmas morning? Checking each package under the tree to find which ones had your name on them? At our house, we had to wait until Christmas morning to open gifts. The anticipation of waiting to see if I got what I really wanted was…Read more Patience
Thought
Most of us have heard the statement, or even said it, "WHAT WERE YOU THINKING?" I know I have even said it to myself from time to time. I have been thinking (pun intended) just what that means. Obviously, when someone uses that phrase in a question to you, it means you did something completely…Read more Thought
WHOA!
I was a healthy child growing up. I would get the flue once in a while, but generally was very healthy. Like most children, I had the measles and chicken pox, but avoided most everything else. My healthiness continued until I turned 52. My health started changing, and I found myself going to the doctor…Read more WHOA!
Change
Most of the time, my family will tell you that I am a very even-tempered person. I don't fly off the handle often, always try to lend a helping hand when I can, and consider myself a giving individual—someone who loves his family. Sounds like I'm patting myself on the back, right? Hold on just…Read more Change
Lake Effect
Northern Indiana got its first snowfall of the season the other night. Where I live, we had around 4". Further west, about 18". We do get our share of system snow—storms that track from west to east. In our region, we have what they call "lake-effect snow." This happens when the cold air is pushed…Read more Lake Effect
Voice
I've heard it, and I am sure you have heard it at times: "God told me this, God told me that." Can you actually hear God talking to you like you're conversing with a friend over a meal? The answer is technically NO; however, a Christian will hear God speak to them. This is a…Read more Voice
Narcissism
Have you ever noticed how many people blame everybody else for their problems, but they never see fault in what they do?The most common word for this type of person is narcissists. What makes a person act this way? Here are my thoughts: A person may act this way to protect a fragile ego. It…Read more Narcissism
OH, Coffee Beans
I've been drinking coffee for a really long time. I don't remember when I drank my first cup, but I know I wasn't a teenager yet. My parents used to tell me it would stunt my growth, but as it turned out, I am the tallest in my family. My coffee consumption in my younger…Read more OH, Coffee Beans
The Care Giver
My wife is a caregiver. She started out in a nursing home doing dishes and then moved into caring for the elderly. Her mother was a nurse for 51 years, so I guess it was just natural for my wife to pick up some of that caregiving gift. I called it a gift because it…Read more The Care Giver
3D Printing
I've been 3D printing now for around 3 years. I have always gone to a couple of 3D printing websites and used the free downloads of somebody else's designs because I really didn't have the time to learn how to use the design software myself. Now that I am mostly retired (still working 2 or…Read more 3D Printing
Introverts
We all have a personality trait. There are many books written about it. Most of us put our personality in one of two categories. You are either an extrovert or an introvert. In this blog, I'm focusing on introverts simply because I am one of them. I was reading about different personalities, and this one…Read more Introverts
Hobbies
There are many, many different hobbies that people enjoy. My hobby is model railroading. How did I start in model railroading and why? My interest in trains started when I was young. All my life, I have lived by a main railroad yard, and there wouldn't be a day that passed that you didn’t hear…Read more Hobbies
Two as One
Recently, I attended a friend's wedding. I always like going to weddings (the ceremony part anyway). I'm an introvert, so at the reception, I either won't go or spend very little time there. As I sat and witnessed the marriage, I thought about how much joy and how much in love the two people are.…Read more Two as One
Gears
When you are driving a car, you usually don't think about it, but there are many things inside the automobile that have to work perfectly together. If they don't, you will likely experience either a rough ride, maybe strange noises, or it may not run at all. Within every automobile, there are gears. Gears are…Read more Gears
Wheels
If you had or have kids or grandchildren, I'm sure you remember the song, "The Wheels on the Bus Go Round and Round." Now that I got the song playing in your head, for fun, do you know when and where the wheel was invented? I didn't, so I went searching and found out that…Read more Wheels
Hey Dad
As a child growing up, my father and I never developed a deep bonding relationship. My dad was focused on providing for his family because that is what was taught to him. That has also carried down to me. Having a deep, meaningful relationship just wasn't ever developed, simply because I don’t think he knew…Read more Hey Dad
Seasons
What is your favorite season? My favorite is spring. The reason I like spring is thats when the trees start to bud, birds are back chirping, there is a smell of freshness in the air, and the temperatures are warming up. It also means the long, cold winter is over and new life begins. Living…Read more Seasons
Escape
Early last summer, I watched as my youngest dog Baleigh figured out how to jump over our 4-foot picket fence. I went to the lumber store and bought enough 6-foot stockade fencing, tore out the old 4-foot picket fence, and installed the taller stockade. That stopped Baleigh from jumping over the fence. Being the escape…Read more Escape
Halloween
There is only one time of year I really dislike: Halloween. I don’t understand why some Christians embrace this wicked day. Just think about it for a minute. What is there to celebrate? What are you celebrating? Why, and who, are you celebrating? God tells us what and how to think, to keep our minds…Read more Halloween
Smile
We all need to smile and just lighten up once in a while. Reading jokes or quick humorous statements is a good way to do that. Here are a few that were often said around our family. My father-in-law always had a funny joke or two. In fact, he told many of them over and…Read more Smile
How Do I Define A Good Man
I often examine myself to see what needs to be changed or tuned up in my life. Like an automobile, in order to keep it running in top shape, you have to care for it by changing the oil, giving it tune-ups, washing it, giving it a good wax job, etc. Examining myself helps me…Read more How Do I Define A Good Man
Habits
When I wake up in the morning, I like to sit down, enjoy a hot cup of coffee, and plan or prioritize my day and what I want to get accomplished. It's one of those habits I do on a daily basis. If I decide to change that habit or start a new one, how…Read more Habits
Scripture Reading by Electronic Device?
The other night, my phone dinged, letting me know my niece had posted another video blog. She must have hundreds of them by now, and even though I have not watched them all, the one I have watched has always encouraged me to seek and hunger for more truth from God. So I give praise…Read more Scripture Reading by Electronic Device?
Shopping
Have you ever noticed how men and women shop totally differently?I consider myself a patient man, but when I go to the grocery store with my wife, it doesn't take long for my patience to get up and run away. My wife usually goes prepared, with a list in hand, and knows what she needs,…Read more Shopping
Family: The Good, Bad and The Ugly
We all have a family of some kind. We are born into one, with other siblings or we may be a single child. When we get married, we form a new family. We have a church family if your a constant church goer, work family etc. The point is, we all belong to some kind…Read more Family: The Good, Bad and The Ugly
The Weight I Carry
I have mentioned in a recent blog that I am still dealing with some medical issues. One of those issues my inability to lose weight. The weight issue is really a side effect, not something I can prevent When I was in high school, I was a 97 lbs. toothpick that supported a suzzaphone almost…Read more The Weight I Carry
2 Types of People
I have been officially retired since 2023, but I still work at a part time job. I know, that if I don't stay busy, I will become lazy and unmotivated. So work gives me the motivation to keep me moving. I work 18 to 24 hours a week for a security company that is contracted…Read more 2 Types of People
A Dogs Life
My wife and I have 2 dogs. We have always had a least one dog in the house with us ever since we have been married. We love and treat our dogs much like our own kids. They bring us much joy, but they are also a lot of work. Brandi is our oldest girl.…Read more A Dogs Life
You Have A Choice
The year 2023, was a very rough year not only for me, but it was also a very rough time for my wife as well. We all experience life's dark rooms. How well we get through them depends on, how much control we let go of, how much trust we give the Lord for direction,…Read more You Have A Choice
Can you be a nudist and not lust or think about sex
I thought about this question and this post for a long while. I think at this point, God is leading me in a different direction. I started this blog, to help others know the joy and peace God can give even in a world that is full of hopelessness and sadness. So, I am pulling…Read more Can you be a nudist and not lust or think about sex
Christianity and Nudism
This question was asked me, not to very long ago. Can a Christian be a naturalist? I almost don't want to go into this. It can be a touchy subject, but I also think as Christians living in this world, it is a good question and it should be explored and finding out what the…Read more Christianity and Nudism
Took Time Off part 2
After 7 months of healing, my left knee was like a new lease in life! I no longer was in pain and I was walking with out a limp. Continuing in this long journey, it wasn't more than 3 weeks later after finally getting back to work, that threw out my left shoulder. Back to…Read more Took Time Off part 2
Took Time Off
Hi readers! I know it's been 5 years since I last posted anything to One True King. Much has happened during this time, unfortunately not all of it is good, but you have to take the good with the bad. I will try to give a quick update, of the past years, and then I…Read more Took Time Off
The Perspective Wins
Two people are mistreated. One is miserable at the mistreatment. One is joyful at the amazing weather, thanking God for their blessings. The difference is their perspective. How you choose to view life and circumstances determines how your life and circumstances are. We can look at trials as challenges you can grow and learn from…Read more The Perspective Wins
Discovering Perfect Imperfections
Today, I listened to a great discussion on a talk radio while on a long drive. They spoke of followers of God being too proud to listen to other ideas and how immature in faith that is. The idea that people must listen but we have no time to hear their rebuttals and respond, you…Read more Discovering Perfect Imperfections
This Day
I never look forward to Holloween, no offense everyone who enjoys the death celebration holiday. I never understood a Christian who loves celebrating death and evil with this holiday. I would much prefer a masquerade ball that provides a takeaway bag of candy. That would be lovely. However, there is this stupid evil twist with…Read more This Day
Attic Time
In Florida, you do not want to go up into the attic. Ever. But if you do, you want to go for 10 minutes to get down the Christmas decorations and another 10 minutes to put them back (all safely in the coolest month of the year). That is it. Lately, for the past 4…Read more Attic Time
Careless Words
I read in a book recently that one sure sign of maturity is when someone humbly takes responsibility for their words and/or actions. Of course, my first sarcastic thought was “wow, I am surrounded by immature people”, but afterword, I realized that my own comment was evidence I was not too far from immature myself.…Read more Careless Words
Doing What is Right vs Right for Us
I was frustrated earlier at a lack I have noticed of people doing what is right. If you are doing what is right, I want to encourage you to keep going for the Lord and yay you!!! I believe, after much thought, that what we have here is this virus garbage being an excuse to…Read more Doing What is Right vs Right for Us
To Cure Feeling Upside Down, Stand for Something
Many neighbors and people around me are feeling confused and Topsy turvy, like everything is upside down. I feel annoyed by many of the things they are talking about, but I can no longer help but say that no one has to feel upside down. The cure is as simple as standing up. It is…Read more To Cure Feeling Upside Down, Stand for Something
The Good and Bad of Family
Today, we spent most of the day with my 83-year-old Great Aunt Evelyne and 89-year – old Great Aunt Ellen in Sebring. We were finally able to visit her- it has been since February and we usually go once a month. We weeded her flower beds and took them to lunch and celebrated birthdays. That…Read more The Good and Bad of Family
Richly Poor
What fascinates me is the rat race. The love of money, root of all evil. The wanting more. It is not enough to have square footage, two cars, air conditioning, a roof, windows to keep bugs out, cleaning supplies and tools, fresh paint job, vacations, clothes, shoes, televisions, DVD players, cellphones, games, books, all these…Read more Richly Poor
Grace Under Fire
So, living with a constant barrage of attacks of honor and dignity requires grace and strength that only comes from God. I am asked by the few that know about it how I live with an addict that would rather keep the addiction than honor God or me. Isn’t it berating? How do you not…Read more Grace Under Fire
Tonight, I am Sad
My friend told me tonight that their 18 year old marriage is over. Just like that. A shock to her. Apparently not him… someone online. How stupid is that? But I digress. Sadness is ugly. You are sad for their pain, for the ugliness it will put their 3 kids through, for the division of…Read more Tonight, I am Sad
Aversion to Pain
People generally want to avoid pain. They shy of even discussing it. They avoid it at all costs. Pain is to be avoided and when chronic pain is present, it is to be drugged and numbed to avoid it’s effects at all costs. Avoiding pain seems to be most people’s primary goal and objective. They…Read more Aversion to Pain
Pain’s Power
The power of pain is that it reminds us of our fragility. Some of us need such a reminder or we get a little big for our britches. Setbacks do the same thing. Sometimes we forget to be humble until pain comes along to remind us. God can and will heal me but I am…Read more Pain’s Power
The Parts Theory
My mom is a family therapist and clinical social worker. She rarely worked before she started a non-profit (which lived up to its name). Nonetheless, she knew some stuff and is very intelligent about a good many things. One of her theories, she put together from several pre-existing theories out there was her “Parts Theory”.…Read more The Parts Theory
Praise God!!
A sister in the Lord has been fighting to get custody of her 3 kids from their father who took them and has kept her from them. The courts were taking forever. She was unable to do anything but wait. So she asked for advice. I told her to fast and pray for a week…Read more Praise God!!
Make the Most of Your Day
Each day is a gift from God and today is no exception. God made this day. Be joyful and glad b in the day. Focus on the good today and encourage it, even add to it. And always remember you are never ever alone in it, God walks every step with you and never leaves…Read more Make the Most of Your Day
Debating Yourself
Since tonight is the debates (and no, I am not talking to you about politics- I think most people are already decided to vote for either babies being murdered in the womb via Biden and evil socialists or babies being allowed freedom to live via Trump and co.-), it got me thinking about my debate…Read more Debating Yourself
Practice
Very few people are great at something immediately. I was reminded of that by my piano student today. She did a good job of her few notes and asked me to play something. “How did you get so good?” “Practice!” Most of us want to be good at something but few want to put in…Read more Practice
Birthday Train
My mom and sister, as well as everyone in this house except me, were born within 3 weeks of each other. A fun but expensive time of the year. It took me years to get n my husband to celebrate at all, he still only allows it for our benefit. Whereas the kids think often…Read more Birthday Train
COLLEGE TIME
Friday my son, daughter in-law and my oldest grand daughter came by in the morning and dropped of their puppy for my wife and I to watch for the weekend. The puppy just happens to be the brother of our puppy Brandi. My eldest grand daughter is a senior in high school this year and…Read more COLLEGE TIME
A Voluminous Day
Ever done so much in a day that you felt like it took a week? I had that day today. I started it with 3 filling-2 deep ones and one more shallow-, then homeschooling, then 2 patient consults and the drive back while in pain because I forgot to take my Tylenol for when the…Read more A Voluminous Day
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
I love America, and I am also very fortunate to be born here in the United States. I have to remind myself that I live in the most free and prosperous country in the world. My rights in America were paid for with blood of my fore fathers who fought to keep us from the…Read more UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
God Provides
When I am needing something, I humbly pray and give it to God and God provides. When I am concerned about someone or something, I humbly pray and give it to God and God provides. When someone in my family causes me stress and sadness, I humbly pray and give it to God and God…Read more God Provides
Truth is a Flavor
In our home, we have been cooking a lot of new dishes with new spices. Some are sweet, some tangy, some way too hot, some zesty. All are distinctive. Each spice has sole ownership of its flavor. It is exciting to taste and explore. However, more and more I am drawn to the distinct flavor…Read more Truth is a Flavor
Waiting
We have to wait for many things. We can heat up food in just a few minutes, but most waits, like the DMV or soccer practice or package deliveries or birthdays or saving up for anything big. Sometimes we have to wait for healing. Sometimes we have to wait for something unpleasant to stop. Sometimes…Read more Waiting
Waiting To Respond
In a day of immediate reaponses- fast food, delivery, online transactions, mobile banking, text messaging, etc., we have lost an art of wisdom, that of waiting to respond. Maybe even waiting to ask? But waiting almost always is the wise thing to do when responding. I have been practicing that lately. I have forced myself…Read more Waiting To Respond
Lion and Lamb Together
Last night, I was presented with a concept I had not been presented with. It was from Matthew 20 where Jesus was explaining what His kingdom is like and when it started. And the presented concept was that the kingdom of God began (or rather was restored to pre-installed Eden, but that is another talk)…Read more Lion and Lamb Together
Same Team
We as Christians are all on the same team. And it is not that we are against the rest of the world, it is that we also want the rest of the world on our team. Why? Because we know the future (as far as God has shown it to us in His world) and…Read more Same Team
PUPPY LOVE
Having our new puppy (Brandi) in our house now for a week is amazing watching her explore, learn and playing with our older dog (Josie). Brandi is totally dependent on my wife and myself to feed, train and give loving attention to including loving discipline. Now is the time that we start bonding and training…Read more PUPPY LOVE
Ready For Anything
The only way I know of to be ready for anything is to be so very close to God (who knows everything) that being with Him is all that matters most in the world. Then whatever happens, you are still there resting in His love, peace, joy and security.❤Ready For Anything
An Opportunity
Tonight, our drummer couldn’t make band practice. My son, as I have mentioned, has been wild about learning drums, practicing usually an hour a day minimum. So, today he had an opportunity. As always is true, with opportunity comes a choice. Do I step out into unknown waters? Do I try to play live? Do…Read more An Opportunity
When Fruit Goes Bad
When fruit goes bad, it smells terrible, looks unappetizing, and is all around gross. There is spiritual fruit of the spirit, we hear of so much in the Bible and Christian circles. They are beautiful proofs that we are living as God wants, looking like Him- love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, gentleness, faithfulness, self-comtrol.…Read more When Fruit Goes Bad
Unexpected Detours
When we are headed straight ahead and things are looking good and working out, we suddenly walk up to a roadblock. It happens now and then, is a part of life and we mustn’t get depressed about it or ever give up. This happened to me last night when my husband yelled at me about…Read more Unexpected Detours
For Jesus or Against Him
The lukewarm is ridiculous. Someone trying to have one foot on the solide truth rock of Jesus as Savior and one foot on the shifting, lying sand of the enemy. For what? Because you want to be saved but have plenty of comfort and leasure too? Want to cover the bases while having your cake…Read more For Jesus or Against Him
Speaking Peace
As followers of Christ, we have a unique right and ability to speak peace into any situation. This is one of the ways people should define followers of Christ. And we should always remember that responsibility we share. I say it is unique because you have to know and live peace before you can speak…Read more Speaking Peace