Vision is vital – for nations, for churches; yes, even for individuals.  In many Bible stories, great works began when the Lord gave a new vision to a person.  Moses was handed a vision while he was tending some sheep… Continue reading

I look back over the past 4 years with a wry smile.  So many developments in my life were a complete surprise. They are not awful, terrible things; just unanticipated. Life changed in ways that were beyond the boundaries even… Continue reading

The man and woman standing before me at the wedding last Saturday, gave themselves to one another.  By the spoken vows and exchange of rings, an expectation of an exclusive relationship was created.  He belongs to her, she belongs to… Continue reading

Yesterday, when the physician told Bev no further treatment was needed, that her extensive biopsy showed no irregular cells, we were thrilled. We thanked God from the depths of our beings. Later that same day, an old friend wrote and… Continue reading

The Patriots (an NFL Football team) were defeated yesterday.  One of the reasons they lost the game was that their defensive line was porous, weak at the center. Why? A key player was injured last week. Vince Wilfork is a… Continue reading

Our church’s annual meeting convened last night.  We receive reports from the various ministries of the church, read the financial reports, and note the worthy endeavors of those who serve. It’s good to note the progress made and recognize those… Continue reading

There is a book in my library with this intriguing title: The Normal Christian Life.  Watchman Nee’s explanation of the way of Christ is straightforward, but it is the title of his book that arrests my attention. Nee’s description of… Continue reading

I live by my Outlook calendar.  Meetings and appointments are duly entered so that I will show up in the right place at the right time.  But, there is an entry in the calendar I have not made; when I… Continue reading

After our lunch at Cracker Barrel, the waitress brought the check. I reached into my pocket and pulled out $5 to leave on the table as a tip.  Ed, our 13 year old, looked at it and asked, “Why don’t… Continue reading

As a 16 year old boy, I was privileged to take an adventure and I still treasure the memories. I learned to fly small airplanes! In the Summer of 1971, my got out of the Cessna 150,  “Take it around… Continue reading