This is a short story that leads up to the happiest birthday ever for someone I know. 1938. It was a cold day in January. In rural Oklahoma. FDR was in the first year of his second term as president of the U.S. And a second daughter was born to a young couple named Lee and Syona. But it was also a time when … The rest of the story…
Like most people, at this time of year, I reflect on the previous twelve months for some hindsight clarification. And 2021 was a lot like 2013. Because that year I thought about Paul’s words in 2 Timothy 4. I read that passage and see myself like this: I haven’t completely fought the good fight or finished the race, yet. But I keep the faith. … The rest of the story…
These two things can help you when you get them and use them. Patience and understanding. That’s an undeniable truth. But most people on our planet couldn’t care less. Apparently they want neither. Because patience and understanding might show them who God is. And most people don’t want to face the realization that it’s not them. And that’s sad. Because what is it in … The rest of the story…