Posts: General

A Cure for Social Unrest?

An ancient principle may cure social unrest. Our country is still reeling from the unjust death of George Floyd. People of all races have joined together in protest of police brutality. These protests have helped to bring this issue to the forefront, but they haven't solved the problem. What is the answer? I'll get to that in a minute. Hopefully, the protests will put pressure on authorities. Congress needs to pass bills for police reforms.… Read More

Redeeming Heroes

When I hiked around our local boat launch recently, I experienced more than exercise. I love the view of the lake, but this time my focus was on a man and his young daughter. They were standing on the dock, pitching a ball for their dog. This father showed his child how to use a hand-held ball launcher to toss the ball into the lake. The girl's first attempts sent the ball in different directions.… Read More

Ways Our Shepherd Provides

"The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want." Psalms 23:1 (KJV) After I read this verse, I thought about the ways our Shepherd cares for his sheep. I have certainly experienced His provision many times during this pandemic. Here are just a few examples: The Shepherd brings light into our darkness. One dreary day a few weeks ago, I longed to bring cheer into our home. The news was all gloom and doom, so… Read More

When Danger Lurks

A huge turkey buzzard roosted on a tree top. He spread out his wings and fluffed his feathers, a signal to his friends. Soon four buzzards hung out in the trees. A deadly silence settled over the woods. Birds no longer tweeted or sang. No squirrels scampered through the trees. Rabbits and mice hid in their holes. Even the neighborhood cats vanished. They all sensed danger nearby. What should we do when danger lurks? If… Read More