Every now and then the news isn’t good. When this happens we can engage in finding fault or playing the blame game, but such a reaction only delays or obscures reality. Bad news is just as much a part of life as good news. We don’t have to celebrate the arrival of bad news, but…
Happy?
Happy are those … Who never do any wrong, but always walk in his ways. — Psalm 119:2-3. I wouldn’t know about this kind of happiness. Despite the best of intentions, I haven’t made perfect status yet, probably never will. None of us hit the perfection threshold, but despite our failings we are still loved…
We Will With God’s Help
Suzy and I attended our granddaughters’, Maggie and Riley, christening yesterday. It was a beautiful day and special occasion. I am always taken by the service and especially by the promises the parents, godparents, and congregation to help in the raising of the baptized. Each promise is answered by the words “we will, with God’s…
Worst of Fortune
There is in the worst of fortune the best of chances for a happy change. — Euripides. Year 2023 schooled me about health fortunes. I saw, way too many times, people dealing with serious diseases and crippling injuries. Their courage taught me so much about myself and my own minor ailments. I came across the…
Armor Of God
Therefore take up the whole armor of God, so you may be able to withstand on that evil day, and having done everything, to stand firm. — Ephesians 6:13. I suspect that this verse has been the source of many a sermon. Just think of what a gifted preacher like my friend Luis can do…