Be angry AND do not sin There’s a lot in this world that makes me mad. Does that happen with you, too? Have you noticed how people who hate God have gotten a lot bolder these days? And it makes me mad that there are so many of them. More and more each day. But I gotta remember the Bible says be angry and … The rest of the story…
Category Archives: Psalms
Even in this troubled world the Lord sustains me I know I’m not alone when it comes to having troubles in this world. In fact, no one on Earth escapes trouble. And there are billions of people who are far worse off than me. Most of them don’t even realize just how much worse off. So, I have a distinct advantage over them. Because … The rest of the story…
Guess what, big shot… You’re not “all that.” If you start thinking more of yourself than you should, you’re attempting to walk on water. And that won’t go well for you. In fact, God in Heaven laughs at you. What?! I know, I know. It doesn’t sound like the God you’ve heard about…right? But the one, true, living, loving God of all creation laughs … The rest of the story…
Walk Stand Sit When I was 13 years old, I prayed with my Grandmother and chose eternal life with God. And from that moment on, my life has been one perfect day after another. That’s how it is when you choose to walk stand sit in the way of the righteous. And turn your back on the ungodly. Are you still with me? Some … The rest of the story…
“From my mother’s womb you have been my God” Several years ago, when I was still the praise and worship music guy for a small Denver area church, our pastor preached a series of sermons from the Psalms. And they connected with me on a deep level. Maybe because King David wrote them, and he was a singer songwriter in addition to being king. … The rest of the story…
Womb Baby? Huh? What’s a womb baby? I’m gonna go out on a limb and say it’s a baby. Crazy talk, I know. But crazy is one of the least offensive things I’ve been called. Anyway…have you noticed how, in the past few decades (and especially in the past few years), it has gotten increasingly difficult for so many people to know what that … The rest of the story…
Your light shines bright – Right? Have you ever known someone who just loves to talk about himself (or herself)? Especially somebody who’s achieved celebrity status and wants us all to know how much they sacrificed to get there. Gimme a break. Sacrifice? Are you kidding me? If you wanna know what true sacrifice looks like, read the New Testament in the Bible. Your … The rest of the story…
You’ll never be bored in the house of the Lord You and I are mortal. And physical. So, we understand physical and material structure. We can wrap our minds around the image of a house. That’s why, in the Bible, King David wrote about the house of the Lord when he said he was looking for his heart’s desire. David knew talking about where … The rest of the story…
It matters who you’re faithful and true to. I know my 10th grade English teacher would correct me on that sentence. But I said it that way to make a point. Of course, it’s just good sense to be faithful and true to your family and friends, as long as they return the favor. But can any of them keep you safe? Not really. … The rest of the story…
Here’s a slap in the face from a Heavenly place God is love. Right? But is that all God is? No! He’s infinitely more. I’m confident He’s able to feel so much more than love and so much more than any of us. His different emotions are clearly seen in the Bible. And would you believe it? A couple of the emotions, less stressed … The rest of the story…
If praising God makes me odd, then I’ll be odd. I don’t mind being called odd for doing something I know beyond a shadow of a doubt is the right thing to do. One of the best indicators of whether what I’m doing is right or not is if most of the other people on the planet aren’t doing it. And you can bet … The rest of the story…
Are you on the winning team? Or are you hanging with losers? This is bigger than your weekend softball team. Or school sports or even pro sports. If you’ve ever played sports of any kind, I know you remember how much more fun it was to be on the winning team. Right? Of course, it’s good to be a gracious loser, because no team … The rest of the story…
Perish the thought. I’m tellin’ you what. If you think you can choose the dark side of life and good things will happen, perish the thought. It ain’t true. And it will never be true. Even if you get away with living on the dark side your whole life, what do you suppose happens then? If you’re not sure, is it worth a possible … The rest of the story…
Being a doorkeeper isn’t necessarily a dead-end job. In fact, there’s one place where being a doorkeeper can be so amazing and the most demanding job you’ll ever have. You won’t get many tips (if any), but the pension plan is out of this world. In other words, the perks outweigh the jerks. Of course, I’m not talking about being a doorkeeper for some … The rest of the story…
How to deal with anger management issues Have you noticed how almost everywhere you look or go so many people seem to be mad about something? My wife and I have talked about it recently. We were walking in a nice shopping area, enjoying a day off together, and the weather was warm and sunny with a hint of coolness in the air. Sounds … The rest of the story…
You and I are fearfully and wonderfully made. Here’s scientific proof. You’ve heard of a double helix…right? It’s the best image scientists have come up with, so far, to represent Deoxyribonucleic Acid…also known as DNA. And DNA is scientific proof you and I are fearfully and wonderfully made. Not merely carbon copies of carbon lifeforms. Even the term “carbon lifeforms” contradicts itself. But anyway…let me share … The rest of the story…
A guy named David wrote a song saying You Have Given Me Life Who was he talking about? What’s a precept? Have you ever heard of precepts? They’re general rules for life. And in the context of your relationship with your Creator, they’re the only rules that matter. When God says do something or don’t do something, it isn’t because He just enjoys making … The rest of the story…
Why would anyone say something like ~ I Am Nothing Am I not important? Does my life mean nothing? Do I serve no useful purpose in this world? The answer to all three of those questions is “no”. But just like King David, in Psalm 16 wrote: ~ O my soul, you have said to the Lord, “You are my Lord, My goodness is nothing apart from You.” I freely acknowledge … The rest of the story…
Life is music to my ears. How about you? Tightly woven into the fabric of my life, God gave me this great and sometimes overwhelming gift of music. It’s been a constant companion even through the years when I had no human constant companion. It’s been my reminder that I’m “wonderfully made“. Music brings me great joy. Life is music to my ears, and my … The rest of the story…
Even Hollywood knows about the Lord is my shepherd Bible verse If you’re a Christian, I’m sure you’re familiar with Psalm 23. Little kids know it as – The Lord Is My Shepherd verse. It’s beautiful lyrics to a beautiful song King David wrote to his Creator. You should pause from reading this article of mine, look up the passage, and go through it … The rest of the story…