“After David had finished talking with Saul, Jonathan became one in spirit with David, and he loved him as himself.” (1 Samuel 18:1, NIV) The crown prince, Jonathan, became the close friend and ally of David, the man whom God… Continue reading

Hate is a strong word that offends some people. The dictionary defines hatred as “an intense dislike, extreme hostility.” The tolerant culture in which we live tries to smooth out the wrinkles of hatred in us, and for good reason.… Continue reading

There is a moment in that old movie, The Wizard of Oz, when Dorothy and company discover that behind the curtain there is only a little man pulling levers! The mystery is stripped away and the ordinariness of the machine… Continue reading

It was the quiet of the dawn around 5:30. Bev was already up preparing for her day and I was awake. My habit in those first moments of consciousness is to talk with the Lord; simple prayers, often just phrases,… Continue reading

Last weeks’ headlines were jarring to me as a person of faith. Time and again, I saw this line or one similar. “Pope Benedict XVI out of touch with American Catholics.” One TV news story featured an angry young woman… Continue reading

Monday mornings have a terrible reputation. Traditionally, it is the ‘back to work’ day after the weekend break. Another week stretches out in front of us with work to be done, deadlines to be met. Let me suggest that instead… Continue reading

Maribel and I traveled to Selinsgrove, PA yesterday to see my parents. My grandson, age 13 months, was in his car seat in the center of the backseat of my car. I started snapping my fingers to the beat the… Continue reading

The story of the deliverance of Israel out of Egypt reaches the high point of drama as the Israelites are camped by the Red Sea and the army of Pharaoh is approaching. Tension builds. What will the people of God… Continue reading

Almost everyday, right around 1 pm, I feel my energy sag. If I lean back on my chair and close my eyes, I can fall asleep in 30 seconds. Fortunately, if a nap overtakes me, I know that I will… Continue reading

Are you tired of the endless political season? I am! It’s not that I think this election is unimportant. It would be refreshing to hear a thoughtful, deep, and detailed discussion about the serious issues facing this nation, of which… Continue reading