You cannot imagine what’s in store for you in your eternal future. That is…if you’ve chosen to believe and trust that Jesus paid your way into Paradise. While we human beings have vivid and vast imaginations, we still haven’t seen or heard anything like what God has prepared for those who love Him. When you consider that all the universe came into existence at … Read the rest…
What does it take to be strong? If you had your choice, would you rather have the physique of a superhero for all of your adult life…or would you rather be strong and courageous for all your life and all of eternity? OK…I admit that’s a loaded question. But it’s a valid question, too. If you’ve ever read my articles or books, you know … Read the rest…
If you took all your anxieties and laid them on a scale, how much do you think they’d weigh? A thousand pounds? 500? 250? 100? 10? Or none of the above? For the sake of this illustration, let’s say all your anxieties together add up to “none of the above”. I’m guessing you can see where I’m going with this, but stick with me … Read the rest…
My computer dictionary defines fervent as: adjective…having or displaying a passionate intensity: “¢ archaic hot, burning, or glowing. So…given that definition…when you pray, is it ever a fervent prayer? I’ll confess, up front, that my prayers don’t tend to fit that definition. So, am I praying inefficiently or ineffectually? Maybe sometimes…but I believe we can also pray fervently in a cool, calm “voice”. After all, prayer is our … Read the rest…
When you perform or offer charitable deeds, do you want everyone to know about it? Which makes you feel better? Doing charitable deeds or making sure everyone knows it was you? I’ve seen a description floating around, for a couple of years now, that talks about the “feeling” you can get when you do something for others. It’s being called the “helper’s high”. Scientists … Read the rest…
There may be a place, or a situation, or a dream way over there in a far away place that seems to be the answer to all your problems. But… …then again…maybe the answer to all your problems isn’t some “thing” or some “where” or some “one” else. Maybe you just need to remember you’re a beautiful design of God. He gave you a … Read the rest…
The open road isn’t as open as it used to be…but it’s still more open than the crowded streets of city life. You know what, though? People need people. Sure, the open road is fun. It’s full of unexpected delights. It’s rejuvenating. But the great, wide open doesn’t reach down into your spirit and build relationships. That takes people. I know I truly need my … Read the rest…
