Jesus found a young donkey and sat on it. — John 12:14. I learned something new today. I learned that donkeys have a cross on their back. The cross is composed of dark hair that runs down the donkey’s back and across it’s shoulders. Who knew? Is this just a coincidence or an intentional use of symbolism?…
Fear
Whenever I am afraid, I will put my trust in you. — Psalm 56:3. I read today that the word “fear” can be an acronym for “false evidence appearing real.” Next thing you know I was playing with acronyms. How about “fake emotions appear reasonable.” One can waste a lot of time with acronyms, we each…
Clean Heart
Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within me. — Psalm 5:11. How many times have you repeated the first part of this psalm? I certainly have said it like Arkansan’s vote — “early and often.” What I hadn’t noticed was the second part of the verse and the distinction…
The Queen
The earth, o Lord, is full of your Love. — Psalm 119:64a. The outpouring of emotion, affection, and love for Queen Elizabeth II is not surprising. There were times she wasn’t so popular or free from criticism, but she found ways to universal endearment. The psalmist reminds us that despite those who are/or use hate and…
The End Is a New Beginning
To make an end is to make a beginning. The end is where we start from. — Chief Inspector Morse. Since Covid, Suzy and I have become even bigger fans of British mysteries. Morse and Endeavor are two of our favorites. Toward the end of the Morse series, the protagonist says the above to his doctor. Many of us who…