There are three kinds of dead. Physically dead: no heartbeat, no brain activity. Returning to dust. Psychologically dead: no will to live, immobilized, depressed, incapacitated to one degree or another either physically or mentally, perhaps even vegetative. One can be … Read More
If it is the weekend, I’m probably in the kitchen. And I am probably making the same things….chicken salad and pimento cheese….family favorites. It is why I buy so much grated sharp cheddar and so many bags of chicken. … Read More
Sinful conduct separates us from fellowship with Holy God but never from the steadfast love of God. It may also separate us from fellowship with other people even though their love for us continues as well. I’ve seen this over … Read More
There is more than one kind of death one can experience. There’s physical death. But there’s also psychological/emotional death when one gives up hope and the will to strive for good and simply yields to life as a victim. Then … Read More
Things I have learned and am required to address regularly: With women in recovery, I find that they have a very “loose” definition of “lie”. Lying by omission appears to never be considered a lie to them. Being presumptuous in … Read More
I visited an estate sale Friday….. just a quick walk through…I saw some pretty sets of china (I confess an attraction to and fondness for china!) ….I was reminded of a friend’s story of having a yard sale in which … Read More
I find it ironic that Facebook regularly sends me messages on the Titus 2 or the Christians Growing Christians notifications page that “you haven’t posted in a while” and inviting me to post and boost posts by paying for reach. … Read More
“It must have been God’s will in my words.” How true it is that God often uses his people to speak to another person. It may be words of admonishment, instruction, or encouragement. I am aware of how often God … Read More
Text message from a young lady in recovery: “Why does satan continue to fight a war with God he has already lost?” Me: “Because he is stubborn and willful……just like us.” God is sovereign. His will is ultimately going to … Read More
When it comes to evangelism, I prefer the St. Philip method….by divine appointment, where they are, one-on-one, answering their questions, teaching the Word, celebrating a covenant, and equipping the receiver to take it home and duplicate the process…… When it’s … Read More