How many times have you questioned your abilities, wondering if you were up to the task at hand? Have you told yourself “I know I would be able to accomplish that if only …”  and then filled in the rest… Continue reading

“I’m not happy. I’m over it, done, gone!”  I understand that but is being unhappy reason enough to quit… a job, a marriage, a relationship, a church?  Some marriages end, not because of abuse or adultery, because two people will… Continue reading

“Why did I act that way? I said some terrible things.”  He spoke with shame, regretting those moments.  Who hasn’t felt that way?  Shame is defined as “a painful feeling of humiliation or distress caused by the consciousness of wrong… Continue reading

I love teaching the Scripture’s truths to our middle school students at the church’s Christian Education program called Awana (Approved Workmen Are Not Ashamed -2 Timothy 2:15).  Last night our team met to prepare for the new year and we… Continue reading

Sixty years ago today, Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered the “I have a dream” speech from the steps of the Lincoln Memorial, a voice for civil rights, a cry for justice.  He famously quoted the prophet Amos – “Away with… Continue reading

Since retiring, leaving behind a regular income, I have paid more attention to my investment accounts. An uptick in the interest rate of even .5% is cause for happiness.  I celebrate a good day on Wall Street knowing that the… Continue reading

Today, as you do whatever it is you do, from what or whom will you seek security? What is your richest resource?  For some, the balance in their bank account is important. And let’s acknowledge the obvious- having enough money… Continue reading

10 years ago I could not have imagined just how difficult and sad the next two years would be! Bev and I were enjoying life together and then came the cancer diagnosis, her long struggle with treatment, and her death.… Continue reading

I like creating order out of chaos, even in such a simple thing as keeping my lawn mowed.  I’m a fan of a clean house and a washed car. There’s just something rewarding to me that flows out of making… Continue reading

It’s been a month of hospitals, doctors, needles, and exams. Waiting rooms are not where I like to be. How about you? I am truly grateful for the care but I’m ready to just get on with life!  Yes, I… Continue reading