God’s Gift at Christmas

A brown paper bag was all that I needed. In my pre-Kristi years, I developed a certain reputation for how I wrapped presents.  Back then, you could still get your groceries in brown paper bags, and that was what I chose for wrapping my presents.  I asked a cashier for a few extra bags every … Continue reading God’s Gift at Christmas

Be a Man Who Makes Things Right

Do you remember the phrase, “He’s too big for his britches”? I do not hear that phrase used very often anymore, but it is a good description of what we see far too often.  Too many people think they are more important than anyone else. If you watched the latest Heisman ceremony and its aftermath, … Continue reading Be a Man Who Makes Things Right

Counting Blessings or Feeling Entitled?

A famous person seems to be in control of his life.  He is successful and admired by many.  He seems to have life by the tail until the news breaks, and everyone discovers that his life was not what everyone assumed.  He was involved in things that repulse people.  So, before long, the success is … Continue reading Counting Blessings or Feeling Entitled?

Are You Ready for Christmas?

Well, Thanksgiving has come and gone.  I hope yours was special as you expressed your gratitude to God for His many, many blessings. But now – we enter the Christmas season.  Are you ready? I am not asking if you have all of your presents, have put up your decorations, have all of your parties … Continue reading Are You Ready for Christmas?