How bad are you? Seriously, without comparing yourself with anyone else, when you look at your heart – at what goes on in your mind – are you ashamed? I realize that today is Thanksgiving and that we want to feel good about life but stay with me. You CAN be thankful even if you … Continue reading You May Be Bad, But God Is Good
Author: Dr Jay Cook
You Are As Unique As Sand
While growing up, some of my fondest memories center around the times that my family went to the beach. I married a beach-loving girl, so the beach remained part of my life. In fact, for several years I lived on the Mississippi coast near the water (and the sand), so it had to be part … Continue reading You Are As Unique As Sand
Are You Listening or Distracted?
As my kids were growing up, I began coaching them in soccer, baseball, and golf. There were various reasons why I wanted to be their coach, but I truly enjoyed myself and loved the time with them on the field or course. When my daughter played soccer, we usually had a good team. We would … Continue reading Are You Listening or Distracted?
When You Want to Criticize
Everywhere you look, it is easy to find something to complain about. However, most of the time we turn our complaints into criticism. I am sure that YOU aren’t critical, but you know plenty of people who are. They find something wrong in just about anything they deal with. They can even find something wrong … Continue reading When You Want to Criticize
What Do You Do When You Don’t Know What to Do?
I was so excited when my parents gave me a brand-new climbing stand. I couldn’t wait to climb up any tree I wanted, so I could hunt wherever I wanted. And I was sure that I knew everything about using it. I was wrong. My stand was in two pieces – a bottom piece and … Continue reading What Do You Do When You Don’t Know What to Do?
Do You Have a Problem Believing the Impossible Is Not Impossible?
Most of the world used to believe that the world was flat. Scientists once said that it is impossible for bumblebees to fly because their wings are not large enough. The sports world used to believe that it was physiologically impossible for anyone to run a mile in under four minutes. Medical professionals used to … Continue reading Do You Have a Problem Believing the Impossible Is Not Impossible?
Are You Willing to Take a Step of Faith?
I grew up in Batesville, MS, and I discovered a bit of local trivia while in school. Though Batesville is where the main county government activities happen, Panola County has two county seats (Sardis and Batesville). Before the benefits of modern technology, the Tallahatchie River split the county and was not traversable at certain times … Continue reading Are You Willing to Take a Step of Faith?
We Are in This Together
I was reading about an interesting time for the Israelites, and it caused me to think about us. Israel was in the midst of their Exodus wanderings when an army (of Amalekites) decided to wipe them out. God directed Moses to pray with Aaron and Hur, and He directed Joshua to take charge of their … Continue reading We Are in This Together
Has Life Become Stale?
I still remember the day – and the disappointment. I was a poor seminary student, and I decided to splurge and buy a big shrimp po’boy at Glynn’s Drive-in in Bogalusa. I got the big one, so I could have leftovers. That first half (hot and fresh) was wonderful, and I looked forward to eating … Continue reading Has Life Become Stale?
Do You Need Peace?
Don’t you want some peace in your life? When I look around me, I find too few people experiencing peace. Too many people are ready to argue, criticize, and complain about anything and everything. Too many people are so wrapped up in fear and pain. Too many people are worried about whatever might happen next … Continue reading Do You Need Peace?