Tag Archives: God

Psalm 34:19  The righteous person may have many troubles, but the LORD delivers him from them all; What if…?  Have you ever noticed how these two words have a tendency to lead us down a trail that leads to a … Continue reading →

Psalm 33:4  For the word of the LORD is right and true; he is faithful in all he does. Have you ever been forgotten?  Or have you forgotten someone else?  How about forgetting an important event?  It happens to all … Continue reading →

James 1:2, 3  Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, 3 because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. One of my favorite characters in C. S. Lewis’ Narnia Tales … Continue reading →

Proverbs 2:6  For the LORD gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding. Years ago I was an assistant pastor and was going through an exceedingly difficult and painful situation with some members of the high school youth group … Continue reading →

Colossians 3:12 Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. This week we’ve talked about ‘Why?’ and ‘Why not?’; skunk factors, saltiness and excellence.  All of these have addressed particulars … Continue reading →

Galatians 5:1 So I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh. Have you noticed that everything that is considered ‘excellence’ requires effort and work?  Music, sports, writing, college, cooking, careers, parenting, marriage, … Continue reading →

Psalm 9:10  Those who know your name trust in you, for you, LORD, have never forsaken those who seek you. “Why?” This is a question that many of us frequently have.  Sometimes there are ready answers, i.e., “Why did I … Continue reading →

Deuteronomy 8:2  Remember how the LORD your God led you all the way in the wilderness these forty years, to humble and test you in order to know what was in your heart, whether or not you would keep his … Continue reading →

John 3:16  For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. Long ago a man embarked on a journey home.  It required him … Continue reading →