Monthly Archives: September 2024

“The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.’”  Matthew 25:40. When we help someone who is in need, we are also … Continue reading →

For many years, the expression of “Let Go and Let God” has appeared on bumper stickers, cards, social media posts and used in conversations. It is one of those statements that is short and to the point.  We, as flawed humans, … Continue reading →

We often think we know what is best for ourselves, but do we?  We pray for what we WANT and not what we NEED and then wonder why God doesn’t answer our prayers.  He does answer our prayers, but just … Continue reading →

 In Paul’s letter to the Ephesians (6:10-20), he instructs them to “Put on the whole armor of God…” Hmmmm, I was struck by this order and excited by the words that follow this admonition.  He goes on to explain that … Continue reading →

Jesus frequently asked questions. I count 30 questions in the first eight chapters of Mark alone. Occasionally, the question is only to gain information, like when Jesus asks a blind man if he can see anything while he heals the … Continue reading →

Did you first learn those words from reading comic books? They are resurfacing on all the current movies about superheroes, transformers, bigger-than-life comic heroes on the mega screen for all to view. I fantasize that these “power” words were first … Continue reading →

I remember my Confirmation days so well because they were every Saturday for two years. Really? Give up our Saturdays? Yes, we did. The bonuses were we learned, we bonded, we studied, we survived. Our Luther League Youth Group was … Continue reading →

“Come unto me, all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto … Continue reading →

What do you consider to be a pleasantry?  Perhaps hearing, “good morning,”  “what a beautiful day,”  “what a nice car…I love your bracelet…cute little toddler….” We are all aware of these brief greetings and pleasant words. Proverbs 16:24 states, “Pleasant words are like a … Continue reading →