Monthly Archives: September 2011

When I woke up this morning…. … the word ‘holy’ was there – in mind.  It’s fascinating the way the Lord will give me a thought that when I awake, it is just there in the center of my mind, … Continue reading →

John 16:33  I have told you these things, so that in Me you may have [perfect] peace and confidence. In the world you have tribulation and trials and distress and frustration; but be of good cheer [take courage; be confident, … Continue reading →

2 Corinthians 5:7  We live by faith, not by sight. Do you remember a song by James Taylor titled ‘You’ve Got A Friend’?  The words fit the times many of us are going through and I’ve got some of the … Continue reading →

Matthew 7:1  Do not judge, or you too will be judged. Judging others can be a bit like having termites in the house – the problem is there for a lengthy time before we become aware of it.  Then we … Continue reading →

Psalm 139:23, 24 Search me, O God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. 24 See if there is any offensive way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting. Scripture plays a critical role … Continue reading →

Psalm 34:8a  Taste and see that the LORD is good; We lived in Colorado Springs for 4 ½ years prior to moving here to Franklin.  It was our privilege to be a part of a marvelous Friday night gathering there … Continue reading →

1 Chronicles 5:20 They were helped in fighting them, and God handed the Hagrites and all their allies over to them, because they cried out to him during the battle. He answered their prayers, because they trusted in him. Today’s verse … Continue reading →

Ephesians 4:32a  Be kind and compassionate to one another,… I am sitting in my leather recliner typing with Pappy, a small Poodle, squeezed in next to me on the seat. My left arm is resting on his back as I … Continue reading →

Hebrews 12:1-2a  In the past God spoke to our forefathers through the prophets at many times and in various ways, 2but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son,… If someone were to ask you what … Continue reading →

Who are our companions? Yesterday we talked about the idea of companions – not being people but instead referring to the attributes that characterize our lives.  We were looking at affliction and used the example of Frodo and the Company … Continue reading →