The House

For the Lord’s sake, submit to all human authority—whether the king as head of state, 14 or the officials he has appointed. ~ 1 Peter 2:13-14a (NLT) If you’ve never had the chance to see the White House (You know, where the President of the USA lives), you should pay it a visit. Though I’veContinueContinue reading “The House”

Honor & Respect

Respect everyone, and love the family of believers. Fear God, and respect the king. ~ 1 Peter 2:17 (NLT) If ever there was a verse that our world needs to get back on track with, this is, arguably, one of the top. In a world that preaches tolerance and respect, the irony is that thereContinueContinue reading “Honor & Respect”

Three Words

I had already made up my mind. This time was different. It felt different. Though I’d been scorned, betrayed, and belittled in life before, something welled up inside me, transforming my mind, my thoughts, my heart. Yes, there was still some doubt. Was I worthy? Did my life have meaning, value? Was who I wasContinueContinue reading “Three Words”

This Friday Matters

The older I get, the more I tend to appreciate things. I know, there are a lot of old folks that tell us to slow down and appreciate things; but they may be on to something. One of the major things I’ve come to appreciate is Friday. I know, how original! There are a multitudeContinueContinue reading “This Friday Matters”

Why Should I Pray?

I urge you, first of all, to pray for all people. Ask God to help them; intercede on their behalf, and give thanks for them. ~ 1 Timothy 2:1 (NLT) The mysteries of how God works, or doesn’t work, in people’s lives is probably one of the biggest questions we as believers, and even thoseContinueContinue reading “Why Should I Pray?”

Throwing Dirt Clods

“The Lord lives! Praise to my Rock! May God, the Rock of my salvation, be exalted!” ~ 2 Samuel 22:47 (NLT) I remember when I was younger, some friends and I would go out into a big open field and play target practice. Essentially, we’d set up a target and grab a bunch of rocksContinueContinue reading “Throwing Dirt Clods”