Boundaries are important. The Bible speaks out in warning of any alignment with non-believers. We read of not making treaties with outsiders. We read about not aligning with those who are non-believers, because if we marry a non-believer it is likely that we will be drawn away. Deuteronomy 12 warns us not to fall into … Continue reading The Trap
Tag: example
Faithful Walkers
Every day, twice a day, the dogs and I take a mile walk. The dogs love their daily adventures and I enjoy the fresh air and quiet time with God. Plus, we all need exercise. I am sure that onlookers enjoy the entertainment we provide on our travels. Often people will slow down and smile … Continue reading Faithful Walkers
Ant Trap
Every year, there is the annual ant season. I get out the ant baits and liquid gel a friend recommended. In a few days, everything is back to normal. But before this happens, there is a time period when the ants come and take the bait. This morning, as I was checking to be sure … Continue reading Ant Trap
Every Opportunity
You can tell people about Jesus till you are blue in the face, but your greatest testimony shared with others is your example. Paul wrote to those in Colossae to “Live wisely among those who are not believers... to let your conversation be always full of grace, seasoned with salt” (NLT, NIV). I have four … Continue reading Every Opportunity
Powerful Words and Deeds
There will always be some things that we are very good at and some things that are not very easy to undertake. We have weaknesses. Some of us are uncoordinated. Some of us do not do well speaking in front of crowds. Some of us are not good with math. We all have something we … Continue reading Powerful Words and Deeds
A Child Learns
There was a man and his son standing in line with a group of other people. A lady standing next to the man began talking to the man with typical small talk. The man’s son walked up to the woman he did not know and he smacked the woman. The man immediately grabbed the boy … Continue reading A Child Learns
All People
“The LORD is good to all; he has compassion on all he has made.” – Psalm 145:9 [NIV] Today’s verse needs to be read slowly by everyone. “The LORD is good to ALL; he has compassion on ALL he has made.” All people. ALL PEOPLE. Most of us have read this verse and we see … Continue reading All People
The Twelve Fingerprints is Now Available
The Twelve Fingerprints eBook is now available at various vendors. This book is not about me. This book is not about my journey so far through life. This book is about my God and some of the fingerprints He allowed to leave a mark on my life. In the end, it all comes down to … Continue reading The Twelve Fingerprints is Now Available
Beautiful with God’s Beauty
Some people may ask, why Mary? Why was Mary chosen to be the mother of Jesus? There is honestly not much written about Mary or Joseph in the Bible. I believe Luke 1:28 from the Message translation helps to answer this question. This verse is part of a passage where the angel Gabriel visits Mary … Continue reading Beautiful with God’s Beauty