I once heard a speaker say that we’re either going through a hard time, just coming out of a hard time, or about to go through a hard time. Hard times and difficult situations are just a part of life. I don’t know anyone who is a fan of hard times. I know I’m not….
The Year in Pictures
A few years ago I started using my last blog post of the year as a compilation of some of my favorite pictures or moments of the year. And, why mess with a good tradition? Here are a few from 2019 that pretty much sum of the year. In January my longtime friend, Janet (notice…
I Am Not a Lone Tree
A couple of weeks ago I experienced a series of symptoms that I later learned all suggested a heart attack. I guess I missed the memo about cardiac symptoms. Who knew that dizziness, nausea, shortness of breath, and sweating were indicators of a cardiac malfunction? Maybe you, but I didn’t. So, once the world stopped…
What Makes a Veteran?
As you are no doubt aware, today is Veteran’s Day. Yesterday at church our pastor asked every veteran in attendance to please stand to be honored for their service. We do this at our church on every holiday designed to honor those who have served their country. And every time John stands up but does…
A Truth to Shout About
Do you have days when you wonder where God is or if he’s working in your life? Let’s face it, sometimes it feels as though God is 100 miles away paying no attention whatsoever to what is happening in our lives. But the truth is he IS paying attention. God tells us in his word,…