Tag Archives: God

All-In

Seek his will in all you do, and he will show you which path to take. Proverbs 3:6 (NLT) Have you ever done a trust fall? If not, here’s a brief description. You stand on an elevated surface, a table, a chair, a retaining wall, etc., A group of your friends, coworkers, or whoever isContinueContinue reading “All-In”

Monday Morning Quarterback

In the beginning the Word already existed. The Word was with God, and the Word was God. John 1:1 (NLT) I have been a fan of football (American football that is) since I was little. The speed and grace of the game captured me at first. Then, of course, there are the big hits. Don’tContinueContinue reading “Monday Morning Quarterback”

Blackout

Jesus spoke to the people once more and said, “I am the light of the world. If you follow me, you won’t have to walk in darkness, because you will have the light that leads to life. John 8:12 (NLT) When we lived in Southern Oregon, our home was in a very rural area. InContinueContinue reading “Blackout”

Elastic Stomach

Jesus replied, “I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to me will never be hungry again. Whoever believes in me will never be thirsty.” John 6:35 (NLT) Growing up, and even into my thirties and early forties, I was known to have what some have called an “elastic stomach,” or a “hollow leg.” I’mContinueContinue reading “Elastic Stomach”

The Gatekeeper

Jesus told him, “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one can come to the Father except through me.” John 14:6 (NLT) In college, I had one of the most tedious, mind-numbing jobs during registration. You see, back in ye old times, before online registration, students piled into the gym to signContinueContinue reading “The Gatekeeper”

Keep at It

Rejoice in our confident hope. Be patient in trouble, and keep on praying. Romans 12:12 (NLT) I used to be a pretty good volleyball player. I was blessed to play both six-man indoor and pairs beach volleyball. I even won a few tournaments during my time. But, it didn’t used to always be that way.ContinueContinue reading “Keep at It”