Redeem the Time

There seems to be little civility left in society today and a lot of antagonistic behavior that has nothing to do with caring for others, and it usually inspires ridicule and then violence. The cares and concerns of others are of no consequence in this "me only" world. It's hard for some of us to … Continue reading Redeem the Time

Called to Be Free

13 You, my brothers and sisters, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the flesh; rather, serve one another humbly in love. 14 For the entire law is fulfilled in keeping this one command: “Love your neighbor as yourself.” 15 If you bite and devour each other, watch out or you will … Continue reading Called to Be Free

243 Years

Twelve days after the Battle of Gettysburg, July 15, 1863, Lincoln proclaimed a Day of Prayer: “It is meet and right to recognize and confess the presence of the Almighty Father and the power of His hand equally in these triumphs and in these sorrows. … I invite the people of the United States to … Continue reading 243 Years

Pain and Suffering

In my first round of college at Southwest Baptist University, I took a January-term class called "Pain and Suffering." It was a philosophy class that filled the requirement in that area. The professor, a PhD -- and try as I might, I cannot recall his name -- carefully guided us along the Biblical teachings on … Continue reading Pain and Suffering

Why Do We Weep?

I sat in church Sunday morning and wept as the congregation sang “Just As I am” with a bridge of the chorus from “I Come to be Mended” by Travis Cottrell. Just as I am, without one plea, But that Thy blood was shed for me; And that Thou bidst me come to Thee, Oh, … Continue reading Why Do We Weep?

Easter: The Promise of Eternal Life

Easter eggs, chocolate bunnies, "Easter bonnets", Good Friday, all things related to Easter. I hope that Easter never becomes commercialized like Christmas, but I also wish it would become more celebrated and recognized for the right reason than a "special Sunday." From Wallbuilders: Importance of Easter Easter is celebrated across the world as one of … Continue reading Easter: The Promise of Eternal Life

The Omen of Notre Dame

While much of the world grieves over the fire at the Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, Muslims are rejoicing in it's smoke and ashes. We will most likely never hear the truth, but I will never believe it was anything but a terrorist act of arson committed by radical Islamic Muslims. Europe is full of … Continue reading The Omen of Notre Dame

Mindfulness

For several years now the medical community has been learning about "mindfulness" -- the idea that we can, and should, become more aware of our physical well-being by learning to take mental assessments of our well-being, or, as the Mayo Clinic page says "being intensely aware of what you're sensing and feeling in the moment, … Continue reading Mindfulness