When I went to the beach as a child, I used to enjoy building things in the sand. My kids enjoyed doing it too. We may have called them sand castles, but they actually looked more like a crawfish chimney. Sadly, no matter how strong my creation looked, when the tide came in, the castle … Continue reading Does Life Knock You Down?
Christian Life
Should You Follow Your Heart?
“Follow your heart.” That is a phrase that I am sure you have heard (and possibly used). A quick search reveals that you also can find the phrase on pendants, coffee mugs, a certain food distributor, and other places. It is hard to miss the phrase. Typically, people mean well when they use it. They … Continue reading Should You Follow Your Heart?
Do You Want to Get Better at It?
Years ago, I dabbled in tennis. I liked the game but didn’t play much. Then I married a tennis queen. Kristi played, and she played really well. Naturally, both of our kids started playing as young children. In those early years, it was fun to play with them. We spent most of the time chasing … Continue reading Do You Want to Get Better at It?
What Would Jesus Do?
I was a youth minister back in the 90’s. It was a fun time. One thing I remember was a phrase that became extremely popular spawning lots of bracelets and t-shirts. Charles Sheldon wrote an incredible book called In His Steps in the late 1800’s. His great-grandson (Garrett Sheldon) wrote a new version of it … Continue reading What Would Jesus Do?
What Does Your Face Say?
I’ll admit it. There have been a few times when Kristi had to tell me to watch out for how I look. Apparently, if I am not careful, I sometimes show displeasure or annoyance on my face without realizing it. The look you have on your face is important. Think about Moses. After spending over … Continue reading What Does Your Face Say?
How to Experience Something Amazing
Have you ever wanted to go somewhere special? Maybe you heard about it from others, and it sounded like an incredible place. Maybe you saw pictures, and it looked like a fun place. However, you did not really know what it would be like until you actually got there. I cannot help but think about … Continue reading How to Experience Something Amazing
For What Do You Long?
Out of all the things in life, what one thing takes up most of your thoughts? What do you want more than anything? What keeps you up at night? For what do you thirst? There are a lot of things that can take up mental space in your head. Some dwell on wanting another job? … Continue reading For What Do You Long?
Do You Look (and Think) Before You Leap?
I did not always plan to be in ministry. I had a few options that I considered in my early years. However, one of those options did not stay on the list very long. Do you remember Evel Knievel? Boy, do I! As a boy I marveled at his death-defying jumps – busses, canyons, or … Continue reading Do You Look (and Think) Before You Leap?
Discover What St. Patrick’s Day Can Show Us
Happy St. Patrick’s Day! I hope yours is a special one. Honestly, most of us (if we celebrate at all) focus on wearing green, eating corned beef and cabbage, and decorating with leprechauns and shamrocks. That is how we often celebrate holidays – not for what they represent but for what they have become. St. … Continue reading Discover What St. Patrick’s Day Can Show Us
Do You Have a Tissue?
Our family is SO sad because our 14-year-old puppy left us this weekend. I enjoyed walking my dog, and she loved it, too. However, it was a little tougher with the COLD weather of late. I normally am not one who has a runny nose, but walking in the cold changes that. Suddenly, my nose … Continue reading Do You Have a Tissue?
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