Behold, what manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called the sons of God… -I John 3:1, KJV When I find myself stressed, I find I need to be reminded of my place in God’s family. That worry is a symptom of my disconnect from God’s love. One … Continue reading “A reminder of a song”
Category: Encouragement
Bday! Mine.
Today is my birthday. I am grateful I am around to celebrate it. This was brought into question for me when I was in the darkest of places over a decade ago dealing with a cheating spouse. Life is such a gift! This past weekend I was in the Chicago area doing a powerlifting meet. … Continue reading “Bday! Mine.”
Parenting love
See how very much our Father loves us, for he calls us his children, and that is what we are! -I John 3:1a, NLT Do we believe this about how the Father views us? I believe this is the fundamental question for spiritual health. When I struggle with fear or worth issues, I usually am … Continue reading “Parenting love”
Disappointment and Joseph
Then he [Joseph] had another dream, and he told it to his brothers. “Listen,” he said, “I had another dream, and this time the sun and moon and eleven stars were bowing down to me.” -Genesis 37:9, NIV I bet Joseph had a very different expectations for how his life than the reality he … Continue reading “Disappointment and Joseph”
Creature Reminders
29 What is the price of two sparrows—one copper coin? But not a single sparrow can fall to the ground without your Father knowing it. -Matthew 10:29, NLT Recently, one of my dear parrot buddies ended up getting injured. We had to rush him an hour North to an emergency Veterinarian visit. Fortunately, he seems like … Continue reading “Creature Reminders”
Walking in faith is difficult!
Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen. -Hebrews 11:1, NASB Walking by faith is not easy. I think this is part of the reason doing so is so pleasing to God (Hebrews 11:6). He understands this is hard way to go. It takes discipline. -We have to discipline our spiritual senses to … Continue reading “Walking in faith is difficult!”
Hobby Milestone – 915lbs!
I am taking a break from my usual postings to talk about my hobby–equipped bench pressing. Yesterday marked a significant milestone on my quest to bench press 1,000lbs. Weight loaded on the bar prior to the lift. In training yesterday, I bench pressed 915lbs/415kgs! If I do this same weight in competition, that would place … Continue reading “Hobby Milestone – 915lbs!”
Gratitude guards your heart
Now the serpent was more crafty than any of the wild animals the Lord God had made. He said to the woman, “Did God really say, ‘You must not eat from any tree in the garden’?” – Genesis 3:1, NIV As a hospice chaplain*, I see many different sorts of people on a daily basis. Often times, my … Continue reading “Gratitude guards your heart”
More than we can even imagine!
Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine… -Ephesians 3:20a, NIV God has solutions that we cannot imagine. They are good solutions as He is a good God. What happens might not be what we originally wanted, but God is good and will see you through. I … Continue reading “More than we can even imagine!”
To be seen
13 Thereafter, Hagar used another name to refer to the Lord, who had spoken to her. She said, “You are the God who sees me.” -Genesis 16:13a, NLT To be seen! I think this is a human need: to be truly seen and known. This is what God did for Hagar in her time of distress following … Continue reading “To be seen”