“Therefore, as God's chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.” Colossians 3:12 (New International Version)I was supposed to meet someone at 8:45 a.m. recently. Now, anyone of my friends will know to tell me that the time I need to arrive is ten minutes before they actually want me to be there. I have a penchant … [Read more...] about The Worry of Hurry
The Cost of Wisdom
Job 28:20-24 (New International Version) 20 "Where then does wisdom come from? Where does understanding dwell? 21 It is hidden from the eyes of every living thing, concealed even from the birds of the air. 22 Destruction and Death say, 'Only a rumor of it has reached our ears.' 23 God understands the way to it and he alone knows where it dwells, 24 for he views the ends … [Read more...] about The Cost of Wisdom
Withholding the Good
"Do not withhold good from those who deserve it, when it is in your power to act. Do not say to your neighbor, "Come back later; I'll give it tomorrow"--when you now have it with you." Proverbs 3:27-28I often have great intentions. In fact, I would even go so far as to say I have experienced moments (let me repeat moments) of purity, when God has gripped my heart and told me to do something and I … [Read more...] about Withholding the Good
The Monster Insomnia
"When you lie down, you will not be afraid; when you lie down, your sleep will be sweet." Proverbs 3:24I went through a horrible period of insomnia right after my second child was born. I had two babies, just thirteen months apart. I would only get "good" sleep (anything 4-6 hours a night) every other or third night. I would put my children to bed and envy their quick crossover into dreamland. My … [Read more...] about The Monster Insomnia
Lost Identity
"Whoever finds his life will lose it, and whoever loses his life for my sake will find it." Matthew 10:39I was just about to head to bed last night after a long day when I suddenly realized I did not know where my purse was. My parents and I had gone out to eat at a restaurant for lunch, which was the last place I remembered having it. In fact, I had asked my mom for her keys when … [Read more...] about Lost Identity
It Has The Power of Life and Death
"The tongue has the power of life and death, and those who love it will eat its fruit." Proverbs 18:21I am a lover of American history. My passion for the subject started early. My dad made history come alive for his children with his ability to interweave a personal story with its historical facts to bring the event to life. I remember taking a trip to Gettysburg, PA the summer before we … [Read more...] about It Has The Power of Life and Death
