Deliver me, O my God, from the hand of the wicked, from the grasp of evil and cruel men (Psalm 71:4). Thirteen years. Thirteen years since “Nine-One-One” became “Nine-Eleven.” Thirteen years since we awakened to fire and smoke and terror … Continue reading
Be my rock of refuge, to which I can always go; give the command to save me, for you are my rock and my fortress (Psalm 71:3). My hope is built on nothing less Than Jesus’ love and righteousness. I … Continue reading
In you, O Lord, I have taken refuge; let me never be put to shame (Psalm 71:1). Some days he calls me to stand firm, armor gleaming and sword sharp, and do battle in his name. Some days he calls … Continue reading
Peacemakers who sow in peace raise a harvest of righteousness… (James 3:18). You know, for a long time I’ve been reading this verse wrong. I thought it said, “Peacemakers who sow peace…” I figured it was a, “You reap what … Continue reading
Seussical, the show my family has been a part of this summer, is coming to a close. The experience has already produced some pithy paternal parental ponderings that I have passed to my progeny to preserve for posterity. But wait…there’s … Continue reading
The wisdom that comes from above is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere (James 3:17). I got a great new app. It’s called “Sincerity.” It automatically scrolls through my … Continue reading
The wisdom that comes from above is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial… (James 3:17). God doesn’t play favorites. I do. Hmm…I oughta do something about that. Pray for me, would … Continue reading
The wisdom that comes from above is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit… (James 3:17). You can tell a tree by the fruit it produces. That’s a pretty simple metaphor. You find … Continue reading
The wisdom that comes from above is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive… (James 3:17). Submissive? Why submissive? That makes me feel so weak. Who in their right mind would ever — Your attitude should be that of … Continue reading
The wisdom that comes from above is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate… (James 3:17). What does James mean, that wisdom should be considerate? Well, try this. Do nothing out of selfish ambition, but in humility consider others better … Continue reading