As a Christian, I can say it’s not a matter of “what” but “who” can restore your soul. I have complete confidence that the Bible is the Word of God and the whole Truth about His abounding grace toward me. And I also know that no matter how much I believe and trust this, it isn’t necessarily true to everyone who might be reading … The rest of the story…
There are lots of different kinds of heart problems. Everybody suffers from one kind or another. Everybody. For example…I was born with a deformed heart. My “condition” is called “bicuspid aortic valve.” Where a normal heart has 3 parts to the aortic valve, mine has only 2. So, it tends to be what one doctor described to me as “leaky.” And it doesn’t push … The rest of the story…
“Breaking Up Is Hard To Do” was a hit song for both Neil Sedaka and Shelley Faberes back in the 60’s. The lyrics started out with: “Don’t take your love away from me…Don’t you leave my heart in misery”. It was a corny song about someone not wanting to break up with someone else. Pure and simple. I love this picture of Shelley Faberes … The rest of the story…
Are you wishing for more wealth? More power? More things? Maybe you’ve heard this old saying: “Be careful what you wish for.” Yes? I remember when I was getting to know my wife, over long-distance phone calls, she mentioned that her mom had said that more than once. The reason you need to be careful is…your wish might come true. The Bible says if … The rest of the story…
There is one truth in any given situation. It’s not merely a matter of perspective. It’s truth. I remember a couple of lines out of a Don Henley song where he said, “There’s three sides to every story babe: There’s yours and there’s mine and the cold, hard truth.” And I also remember when Jesus said “The Truth shall make you free“. I have … The rest of the story…
Maybe you’ve heard that music is the universal language. Yes? Well, do you speak it? Does everyone you know speak it? My guess is…no. But here’s the cool thing. You don’t need to speak music in order to understand it. If a song or composition speaks to you, you’re filled with understanding. You’re transported into a connection you can’t make any other way. And … The rest of the story…
Some people think there are many mysteries of life. Those people never seem to find satisfactory answers to their burning questions. I have. But then…maybe I’m just simple-minded. There are some who say true science never really finds the answers, and that it’s always seeking and willing to process new information. But you won’t be able to make sense of anything, if you can’t … The rest of the story…
So…here’s my 1 step plan to a longer, richer life. Ready? Got a pen and paper or computer handy? Here goes. Love God and live longer. Whew! Are you tuckered out? Yeah, I know…it’s a pretty grueling regimen. But you know what they say…no pain, no gain. So, if you truly wanna live a longer life, you’re gonna need to open your heart and … The rest of the story…
You can one day stand before the throne of God in love. I hope you’ll choose to do so. But it’s your choice. You don’t have to choose Jesus as your Savior. He won’t force you to. He loves you, but He won’t force you to love Him in return. But I think once you discover what kind of God your Creator is, you … The rest of the story…
What do you suppose happens when you reach the end of your life? Well, for most, the worst is yet to come. But for some (millions), the end of this life isn’t the end of living. It’s really a matter of where you put your faith. Where is yours? In dirt? Or in God. Can I make a recommendation? Dirt will always keep you … The rest of the story…
This is not a weather report. This is a short explanation of why Rainbow City residents should never worry. They worry all the time, and they don’t seem to realize that worry is a form of sin. Does this matter? Yes. Allow me to show you why, and I’ll even share one of my old songs with you about it. It’s interesting to me … The rest of the story…
Tell romance to go sit on the sofa for a minute because I wanna show you how we were meant for each other. And I don’t want you to get the wrong idea or anything. Give romance a nice, warm beverage and explain that you’ll be back in a few minutes. Everyone comfy? Good. Here goes… You were designed with communication skills. You’re hard-wired, … The rest of the story…
Since blue is my favorite color, it comes as no surprise that I’d choose it to paint the celtic clouds in a lullaby. Oops…I just gave away part of the secret of what makes these clouds so special. One day, in the month of May, I was sitting at my keyboard…daydreaming. I had made it my mission to write 10 lullaby songs for kids … The rest of the story…
I’ll bet you’ve messed up pretty badly in your life. At least a time or two. Right? Me too. But did you learn from your mistakes? Or did you just keep repeating them over and over and over? That seems to be a human condition. As a whole, we don’t seem to learn from our mistakes. We don’t know our history, it seems, and … The rest of the story…
Happy Valentine’s day! If you’re viewing this on a device that can play videos, excellent because you’re in for a treat. Here’s a very classy song by Paul McCartney, appropriately titled “My Valentine” and signed by Natalie Portman The tasty classic guitar solo was played by none other than Eric Clapton. And I think the whole video comes off as just the ticket for this day. … The rest of the story…
I hope you’re plugged into the infinite power source. Here’s why: In the Words And Music Podcast, Episode 95, I talk about: Daring to call yourself a Christian Not getting what you deserve The Jeep Wave (yes, there really is such a thing) Why world peace is just a cliché Tapping into the greatest power source in the universe In this week’s “Rhyme Time”segment I … The rest of the story…
The power of the Word of God is “sharper than any two-edged sword“. It can divide soul and spirit. To put it in perspective…a brain surgeon with a microscopic laser knife can’t begin to find where the soul ends and the spirit begins…much less divide the two. Since God can (and did) create the whole universe and every kind of living creature in it, … The rest of the story…
So, have you ever had someone point out your flaws and mistakes and say in a very cynical voice, “And you call yourself a Christian?” It happens to Christians all the time. I know I’ve experienced it more than once. So, how do you deal with it? I hope the negative naysayers don’t make you retreat into some “safe” hiding place. That’s no good. Listen… … The rest of the story…
Could you pass the salt, please? I’m gonna serve up some tasty tidbits from the previous week…plus a few extras. In the Words and Music Podcast, Episode 94, I talk about: How the salt of the earth is losing its flavor Why it’s good to sing out loud…even if your voice stinks What you should do to keep your head from exploding What to do … The rest of the story…
If you were God, and you could speak words to create the sun, moon, and stars, how many days do you think it would take you to create the whole universe? I don’t mean just the blueprint. Or mind mapping. Or sketches. Or even prototypes. I mean the whole universe and every kind of living thing in it. How long do you think it … The rest of the story…
