And who can win this battle against the world? Only those who believe that Jesus is the Son of God. 1 John 5:5 (NLT) “I pledge allegiance, to the flag…” It’s a phrase many of us grew up saying as our days got rolling in school. We would do the pledge every morning in elementaryContinue reading "I Pledge Allegiance"
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 isContinue 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’tContinue 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. InContinue 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’mContinue 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 signContinue reading "The Gatekeeper"
