In Joshua chapter 3 we read the story of how the Israelites are continuing their journey to the Promised Land.  They arrive at the Jordan River where they stop to camp.  “Then Joshua told the people, ‘Purify yourselves, for tomorrow the Lord will do great wonders among you.’  In the morning Joshua said to the … Continue reading Be Bold And Stand Firm →

(Recommended Reading - Exodus) In Exodus 1 - read about how the Israelites were captives and oppressed in the country of Egypt.  In Exodus 2 - read about the birth of Moses how he grows up in the house of the Pharaoh & eventually flees out of fear for his life.  In Exodus 3 & … Continue reading Anxiety →

(Recommended Reading:  Exodus 13:17 - 14:31 – Quotes from New Living Translation) The passages in Exodus 13 and 14 tell the story of the exodus of Israel from Egypt.  We are told in Exodus 13:17a “…God did not lead them along the main road that runs through Philistine territory, even though it was the shortest … Continue reading Detour On The Road Less Traveled →

OUT OF THE MOUTH OF… Some of you reading today will remember this and some of you that are younger will not - but back in the 1950's & 60’s there was a show called Kids Say The Darndest Things.  It was developed originally in 1945 for Art Linkletter’s radio show then carried over to … Continue reading Out Of The Mouth Of… →

(Recommended reading:  Nehemiah 1:1 – 6:16 – References are from NIV) Nehemiah is one of my favorite books in the Old Testament.  In it are so many great examples of what we can do with the power of our Lord behind us, when we obey His directions. When Nehemiah found out the condition of Jerusalem … Continue reading Keep On Keepin’ On →

I hope you will forgive me for recycling a previous article. I wrote this for Christmas in 2019 and I may have even shared it again since then; but, I hope you will enjoy it, either for the first time or as a repeat. (Recommended reading Luke 1 & 2) Was Jesus really born on … Continue reading This Event We Call Christmas →

Jesus had gathered some of his disciples around Himself and started teaching what is known as the Sermon on the Mount.  One of the things He said was:  “‘You are the salt of the earth; but if the salt has become tasteless, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for … Continue reading How Salty Are You? →

(Recommended Reading:  Genesis 39:1 – 41:37) The scriptures referenced above involve the life of Joseph.  He was taken to Egypt by the Ishmaelites that had purchased him from his brothers.  The Ismaelites then sold him to Potiphar, one of the Pharaoh's important officials.  Joseph proved himself worthy of trust and was entrusted with all that … Continue reading From Bad to Good to Bad & Back →

(Growing Through Experiences) There have been so many things that have brought unbelievable joy to my life – and for those experiences – all of those "cheers" - I will be forever grateful. I have to say that I had a good life growing up. My parents, although not demonstrative about it, did love me. They … Continue reading The Cheers & Tears of My Heart →

Coming up this next week is Thanksgiving - a day this nation sets aside to consider all of the blessings that we have.  Despite all of the flaws, it is still the best place on earth to be and we do have so very much for which to be thankful.  God has poured out so … Continue reading Giving And Blessing →