Dec 31
A storm came up, and the waves broke over the boat…Jesus was sleeping… The scared disciples woke Him…He got up, rebuked the wind and said to the waves,“Quiet! Be still!” Then the wind died down and it was completely calm. Mark 4:37-39 (NIV) I’m sure that the worried disciples were wondering how Jesus could sleep […]
Dec 28
“Live in harmony with one another. Do not be proud, but be willing to associate with people of low position” Romans 12:16 (NIV) Music can be really enjoyable. There’s just something a blend of sounds, harmony, resonating in our ears that pleases our hearts. I was in the midst of my usual morning rush, and something […]
Dec 26
There are many chances throughout each day to choose ‘patience’ or ‘frustration’. Frustration with ourselves, with others, or with circumstances. I know as a golfer, if you choose ‘frustration’ more than ‘patience’, your round can fall apart. I’ve experienced it, and witnessed it. Some of my favorites include; a thrown club that traveled along an electrical wire, taking a bite out […]
Dec 21
“Woe to you, Pharisees. You clean the outside of the cup and dish, but inside they are full of greed and self-indulgence. First clean the inside of the cup and dish, and then the outside also will be clean” Matthew 23:25-26 Jesus was sternly talking to the Pharisees about their wrong perception of what God […]
Dec 19
“When they measure themselves by themselves and compare themselves with themselves, they are not wise” 2 Corinthians10:12 (NIV) As we strive to grow closer to God, and develop our faith and character, we can tend to look around and see others who aren’t even trying. That can slow down our desire and focus. Comparing ourselves can rob us of […]
Dec 18
“A fool shows his annoyance at once, but a prudent man overlooks an insult” Proverbs 12:16 (NIV) As we walk with God, our character will develop. An acid test to see how we are doing would be to examine how we “react” in adverse situations. How do we “react” when someone falsely accuses, lies about, hurts, […]
Dec 17
This passage is contained in what is considered “a prayer of Moses”. It seems to me that life goes by faster and faster as I get older. I remember, as a young child, summer was a long three months of swimming, baseball, vacation, and a lot of just hanging out with my buddies. The days […]
Dec 14
“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled” Matthew 5:6 (NIV) There’s a difference between the attitude of “I guess I should read my bible today and spend some time in prayer”. Verses, “I actually get the privilege of reading God’s words to me, and spending time impacting my life […]
Dec 12
“Solomon paneled the main hall with pine and covered it with fine gold and decorated it with palm tree and chain designs. He adorned the temple with precious stones…” 2 Chronicles 3:5-6 (NIV) I always thought in was interesting how God wanted specific decorating for the temple that Solomon built for Him. It must have […]
Dec 10
“The high mountain crags are a refuge for the hyrax” Psalm 104:18 The hyrax is a helpless little badger-like animal that lives off of plants in the Middle East. They are known to appear as if they are chewing their cud like a cow. I personally think they are nervously fidgeting their faces while attempting to […]