*As horrific as the death of young Charlie Kirk is; to ignore it and believe it has no bearing on us is even more tragic. Please read John Stonestreet‘s words carefully and prayerfully. Blessings, Ed Unsurprisingly, on September 11, 2001, I wept. I also wept, unexpectedly, on September 11, 2011. Perhaps it was delayed grief,Continue reading “The Assassination of Charlie Kirk”
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Regret
“For the kind of sorrow God wants us to experience leads us away from sin and results in salvation. There’s no regret for that kind of sorrow. But worldly sorrow, which lacks repentance, results in spiritual death.” (2 Corinthians 7:10 NLT) One of the strongest enemies of my heart is regret. “If onlys” flood myContinue reading “Regret”
A New Perspective
“The man didn’t know, for Jesus had disappeared into the crowd. But afterward Jesus found him in the Temple and told him, ‘Now you are well; so stop sinning, or something even worse may happen to you.’ Then the man went and told the Jewish leaders that it was Jesus who had healed him.” (JohnContinue reading “A New Perspective”
When Jesus Becomes Precious
“When Jesus heard this, He said, ‘Healthy people don’t need a doctor – sick people do.’ Then He added, ‘Now go and learn the meaning of this Scripture: “I want you to show mercy, not offer sacrifices.” For I have come to call not those who think they are righteous, but those who know theyContinue reading “When Jesus Becomes Precious”
A Light Momentary Affliction
“So we do not lose heart. Though our outer self is wasting away, our inner self is being renewed day by day. For this light momentary affliction is preparing for us an eternal weight of glory beyond all comparison, as we look not to the things that are seen but to the things that areContinue reading “A Light Momentary Affliction”
I Told You so!
“Long ago I told you what was going to happen. Then suddenly I took action, and all my predictions came true.” (Isaiah 48:3 NLT) To me one of the most undeniable proofs of the truth of Scripture is the fulfillment of Prophecy. Through the accounts of God’s messengers the birth of the coming Messiah wasContinue reading “I Told You so!”
Decluttering
“When everything is ready, I will come and get you, so that you will always be with Me where I am.” (John 14:3 NLT) Especially when we’re old, moving is an opportunity to “downsize.” That’s just another word for decluttering or getting rid of things you no longer need or want. It’s also helpful toContinue reading “Decluttering”
The Life We Seek
“You will show me the way of life, granting me the joy of Your presence and the pleasures of living with You forever.” (Psalm 16:11 NLT) While physical existence begins at conception, true life, as it was always meant to be lived, doesn’t begin until we meet our Creator and Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ.Continue reading “The Life We Seek”
The Paradox of Death
“For since our friendship with God was restored by the death of His Son while we were still His enemies, we will certainly be saved through the life of His Son. So now we can rejoice in our wonderful new relationship with God because our Lord Jesus Christ has made us friends of God.” (RomansContinue reading “The Paradox of Death”
What Lies Ahead?
“While He was eating, a woman came in with a beautiful alabaster jar of expensive perfume and poured it over His head. The disciples were indignant when they saw this. ’What a waste!’ they said. ‘It could have been sold for a high price and the money given to the poor.’” (Matthew 26:7-8 NLT) WasteContinue reading “What Lies Ahead?”
Walking With Jesus 