Category Archives: Christian living

On the Ellipse – Redux

This was first posted on November 21, 2013 A week ago I had to walk across the Ellipse, which is a circular park between the White House and the Washington Monument. I had to walk here because the shorter routes … Continue reading →

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Storms of Life

Then they cried out to the Lord in their trouble,    and he brought them out of their distress.He stilled the storm to a whisper;    the waves of the sea were hushed. Psalm 107:28-29 During our lifetimes, we encounter many storms. They can take many forms in addition to … Continue reading →

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Understanding

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Some Thoughts About Thanksgiving

It’s hard to believe, but Thanksgiving is coming soon! Wow, another year has flown by; it seems like we just did this… I think that of all of our holidays in America, I like Thanksgiving the best.  I think it’s my … Continue reading →

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Prayer and Thanksgiving

Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 If you do a word search of the Bible, you will find that prayer and thanksgiving go together an … Continue reading →

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Light of Life

 “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” John 8:12 Light is often used as a metaphor for truth in the Bible, certainly it is used in this … Continue reading →

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Now What?

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The Writing on the Wall 

Have you ever noticed the writing on the wall?  I don’t mean graffiti, I mean the writing on the wall of your heart, your soul, your spiritual wall. Have you ever seen that kind of writing; the kind of writing … Continue reading →

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Timely Words

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To Receive Honor

A man’s pride brings him low,    but a man of lowly spirit gains honor. Proverbs 29:23 Living with God, as His follower, His servant, in relationship with Him, is a little bit counter-intuitive.  We might normally associate a proud man with … Continue reading →

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