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The books of the New Testament were written approximately between the years 50 and 130. What few people know is that other Christian books were also written during this period. We have at least a dozen writings from this period. … Continue reading →

Have you ever had one of those days where nothing seems to go right or all the news you get is bad?  I had one of those day the other day.  It got so when the phone rang, my first … Continue reading →

When I was a child, I loved to hear stories either told to me or read to me. My favorite story was “The Little Engine that Could”.  The little train engine had to climb a large hill that seemed to … Continue reading →

I hope you’re not in pain today, yet I know many of you are.  It may be a debilitating physical pain that makes your days long and discouraging.  It may be a mental or emotional pain that takes you from … Continue reading →

One of my professors in my master’s classes was describing an assignment we were to complete and said, “Just use the K.I.S.S. method.”  Ok, that was new to me at that time, years ago, but I quickly learned it meant – … Continue reading →

Have you ever thought what your purpose is here on Earth?  As I have gotten older, I think about this more often and I wonder if I am fulfilling the purpose(s) God sent me here to accomplish.  When I think … Continue reading →

Horton the Elephant is one of Dr. Seuss’ most lovable characters.  As his story unfolds, Horton hears the faintest of voices, as if some tiny person were calling for help.  Although he is ridiculed and thwarted at every turn, Horton … Continue reading →

The Germans have a word for it: Kummerspeck, commonly translated “grief bacon.” Not exactly. Kummer does mean grief, and Speck is the word for bacon, but a better translation might be “sorrow fat.” It’s what happens to you when you’re feeling sad and try to eat … Continue reading →

A few words of wisdom shared by our late friend four years ago. My daughter recently sent me some pictures of my grandsons at the zoo. I am amazed at the wonder and excitement they displayed when the saw something … Continue reading →

Traffic can bring out the best and worst of humanity. Courtesy clashes with impatience – sometimes literally. You see the sign indicating that one lane is closed ahead. How many cars do you let in? If you’re in the wrong … Continue reading →