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Local readers of this blog may know this about me. That is, I love a good craft beer. I love most any beer, actually, as long as it’s robust. It’s fun to try new flavors. I especially enjoy a repast … Continue reading →

In our home we have many clocks.  Their tick-tocks and chimes are an ever-present sign of the passage of time.   I think there’s a tick-tock to be heard in each room.  We’ve become accustomed to the sounds of our clocks, … Continue reading →

Just what is GRACE? (The Hebrew word for grace is khen. This word is used many times in the Old Testament.) The Message version of the Bible states in Psalm 145: 8-9:” God is all mercy and grace— not quick to anger, is … Continue reading →

Recently, I have noticed in my blog research, daily devotionals and scripture readings there are many words that deeply shape and guide us as Christians that begin with the letter “P”.  I suppose because of my language arts background I … Continue reading →

I did some experimentation today with my word processor’s AI component. I asked for a 300-word piece about God’s sadness over the continued conflicts between the races that He created. To say that I was amazed at the result would … Continue reading →

Leah Libresco Sargeant coordinates a debating program. She thinks learning to debate can help bridge the differences among people. She’s also a Christian. Here’s a fascinating quotation from her. “If the church is framed as a way to have community, … Continue reading →

My church’s Ladies Guild is having a tag sale this Saturday. I had the privilege of visiting the church hall for a few minutes during their setup this week and helping to bring out a few boxes for them to … Continue reading →

That’s what happens sometimes when we make plans – God laughs. It’s because He has something better in mind! He is not making fun of us; His perfect love could not possibly do that. He delights in us. God, personified … Continue reading →

I write this for the day of my 85th birthday.  I understand that we all have birthdays, actually every year.  My birthday is no more significant than yours, and most likely not worth a blog of its own.  But I … Continue reading →

In I Kings, we learn that King Solomon has a dream and, in the dream, God asks Solomon what he wants.  King Solomon asks for an understanding mind, so when he governs his people, he can discern between good and evil. … Continue reading →