Archive | March, 2015

Nail it

“He forgave us ALL our sins, having canceled the written code, with its regulations, that was against us and that stood opposed to us; He took it away, nailing it to the cross”  Colossians2:13-14 (NIV) Ever want to just start over? Ever go through a day filled with poor choices, bad thinking, or missed opportunities? […]

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Shadow of the Almighty

“He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty”  Psalm 91:1 (NIV) When I got a new bike for Father’s Day, I started riding it for exercise. There were some days of intense summer heat, but I stayed committed to “pedaling off the pounds” (actually, all […]

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At least I’m not him

“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 […]

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Can’t outrun guilt

“I will confess my wrongdoings. And You forgive the guilt of my sin” Psalm 32:5 I can clearly recall an incident that happened when I was a little ten year old boy. My friends and I were playing basketball in a neighbor’s driveway. The ball took a bad bounce and hit the antenna of their […]

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Runaway Train

“Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity” Ephesians 5:15-16 (NIV) As we get older, the days seem to fly by faster. We can get in a rut. We tend to shut off our brains and glaze our way through till the next event that […]

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