4 However, the Lord hurled a great wind on the sea, and there was a great storm on the sea so that the ship was about to break up. 5 Then the sailors became afraid, and every man cried out to his god, and they hurled the cargo which was in the ship into [...]
Be careful with your words. Once they are said, they can only be forgiven, not forgotten. - unknown There is nothing in this world that gets me in more trouble than what I say. For some reason, I choose the most inopportune times to say some of the dumbest things. Generally, it happens in [...]
Love your enemies... Matthew 5:44 Never Forget... I've heard and read those words so many times since 911. It seems to be the battle cry for our country, and motivation for revenge and protection. Nearly 3,000 people died, and nearly 6,000 people were injured. Four planes were used as weapons against the unknown and [...]
My soul melts away for sorrow; strengthen me according to your word! Psalm 119:28 It was Christmas break, and I remember it vividly. I had a dog named "Shoes." He was a rascal. He would dig out from under the backyard fence and go carousing around the neighborhood for a day or two, and [...]
I tell you, there is joy before the angels of God over one sinner who repents. Luke 15:19 Last year my wife and I were taking a trip to Orlando to see our son, Greer. He lives in Orlando, and it's a pretty long drive for us. I know the route pretty well. [...]
Do not fear, only believe. Mark 5:36 When your world collapses and all seems lost, only believe. That's easy for Jesus to say...I mean, He's Jesus. I think it's ok to be real with each other. Sometimes it doesn't seem that Jesus is enough. Did I say that? Yep. Sometimes it seems that Jesus is not [...]
For the whole law is fulfilled in one word: You shall love your neighbor as yourself. But if you bite and devour one another, watch out that you are not consumed by one another. Galatians 5:14-15 The other day, I watched a segment on the news that showed two alligators in a wrestling match [...]
A joyful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones. Proverbs 17:22 The longer I live, the more I understand the importance of relationships. Life is about relationships we build with God and with others. For example, it is tough for me to understand how long-time friends can simply turn [...]
The Lord is good, a stronghold in the day of trouble; he knows those who take refuge in Him. Nahum 1:7 The city of Ninevah was soon to be taken captive by the Assyrian army. Their culture had diminished, and the destruction was quickly coming. That was Nahum's cry to the people. But with [...]
We put our hope in the Lord. He is our help and our shield. In Him, our hearts rejoice, for we trust in His holy name. Let your unfailing love surround us, Lord, for our hope is in you alone. ~ Psalm 33:20-22 I'm sitting here this morning with many thoughts going through my [...]