Psalm 38 has a line that says “But those who seek the Lord shall not lack any good thing.” The part about “any good thing” might be a matter of God’s perspective. From your perspective you might feel there are a number of good things you no gots. But what makes up any good thing? All through the Bible you can see how God wants you to … Read the rest…
Category Archives: Friday vibes
Yeah, in the so-called “criminal justice system” they like to say, “Three strikes and you’re out.” It’s almost always just tough talk with no bite. No action. Until they apply it to Christians. Then, there’s lots o’ barking and biting. And, in that arena, I already have four strikes against me. My four strikes are that I’m: Straight, White (I prefer to say somewhat … Read the rest…
Even though Paul said we should pray for the “kings and all who are in authority,” I can think of a huge number of people I’ll pray against. Murderers. Rapists. And thieves. To name just a few. Because I can pray FOR the king (and other sinners) as I pray against him. And if you’re like me, it isn’t easy to pray for people … Read the rest…
Yeah, the 9/11 attack, back in 2001, was the quintessential cowardly hit and run. Typical of people who hate God and hate anyone who loves God. The 9/11 attack showed how despicably evil Islam is. I remember reading a clip where a muslim American soldier recalled that day in 2001. And he said “Why did the terrorists have to be people who claimed to … Read the rest…
Have you noticed how sometimes it seems impossible to be by yourself in this noisy world? And that’s not good. Because it’s important to occasionally find a place where you can be all alone? And you really shouldn’t be alone all the time. But there are times when it’s a very good thing for you. It can help you sort out your thoughts. Solitude … Read the rest…
If you’re a human being, I urge you (and challenge you) to use your gifts and talents, and say a prayer for protection, for unborn babies. These days it’s far more dangerous to be an unborn baby in America than it is to be just about anyone else anywhere else. That’s incredibly sad and despicable. And if you’re a creatively gifted person you have … Read the rest…
If you care about your kids and grandkids, pay attention to this. Way, way back in the twentieth century, I was able to go to college in the rural countryside of Kansas. Have you ever watched the episode of The Waltons about John boy’s first day in college? Well, watching him is practically like watching me show up for my first day. Because the … Read the rest…