I hate, no, I strongly dislike watching the news. It seems that almost everything I hear is sad, depressing, or evil. I know I cannot be an ostrich and bury my head in the sand, but sometimes I think it … Continue reading
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As recently as 40 years ago, spending time remembering the past was considered by many health professionals to be some sort of illness. Today, it has been determined that nostalgic feelings can actually have therapeutic value. Being able to engage in … Continue reading
What is your reaction when someone says, “I love you”? Many times we feel all warm inside. We have many different emotions, but love is probably the most diverse. We love in so many different ways, and true love can … Continue reading
So it’s official. We are evolving backwards. First there were cave paintings from which written language and art evolved and now we are back to images with “Emoji”. Do you remember the very first emoticon that started making the rounds? … Continue reading
Have you noticed people seem different at Christmas? Many seem to be sweeter and more giving than any other time of year. Statistics show that during the Christmas season more people volunteer, and the month of December brings more donations than … Continue reading
“Days should speak, and multitude of years should teach wisdom.” Job 32:7 Elihu spoke these words to Job many years ago. He was one of Job’s friends, but not one of the three who came at the beginning of the … Continue reading
If you could go back in time and spend a day with someone, who would it be? I am sure many of us would name a special family member or perhaps a Bible character. It would be a difficult decision. Besides the … Continue reading
What if there was no Christmas? I don’t mean what if Christ had not been born, for we all know the tragic outcome of that prospect. What I mean is what if the liberals and agnostics had their way and suddenly … Continue reading
One of my favorite books I read while in school was “A Christmas Carol” by Charles Dickens. Although as a pastor, I would have to say it probably isn’t good source material to cite in a Theological Discussion (with “ghosts” … Continue reading
Do you ever have trouble controlling your thoughts? I guess that is a dumb question if there ever was one. At least it is for me. I really do well sometimes, but there are times when I fail miserably. I don’t … Continue reading