Tag Archives: Jesus

Wednesday October 8, 2025 – Things happen…How will we respond?

Posted on October 8, 2025 by Don Schmidt

Genesis 37:36  Meanwhile, the Midianites sold Joseph in Egypt to Potiphar, one of Pharaoh’s officials, the captain of the guard. Life is filled with all kinds of experiences – many good, some not-so-good, and some downright awful.  I think at … Continue reading →

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Tuesday October 7, 2025 – It was God’s plan for him!

Posted on October 7, 2025 by Don Schmidt

Genesis 42:21 They said to one another, “Surely we are being punished because of our brother. We saw how distressed he was when he pleaded with us for his life, but we would not listen; that’s why this distress has … Continue reading →

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Monday October 6, 2025 – Hiking provides a helpful illustration

Posted on October 6, 2025 by Don Schmidt

James 1:2  Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, The house we lived in in Tennessee backed up to a school yard that had a ½ mile walking path.  I would typically … Continue reading →

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Saturday October 4, 2025 – What should (must) we desire?

Posted on October 4, 2025 by Don Schmidt

Psalm 20:4  May He give you the desire of your heart and make all your plans succeed. I remember reading this verse and not having a clue what the desire of my heart was.  On top of that, I didn’t … Continue reading →

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Friday October 3, 2025 – The fear of the LORD is wonderful!

Posted on October 3, 2025 by Don Schmidt

The fear of the Lord As we consider the fear of the Lord, take a moment and think of the story of Pinocchio.  A wooden puppet becomes a real boy.  Something inanimate becomes alive and vibrantly real.  For many the … Continue reading →

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Thursday October 2, 2025 – It’s all about Him…

Posted on October 2, 2025 by Don Schmidt

Philemon 4-5  Every time your name comes up in my prayers, I say, “Oh, thank you, God!” I keep hearing of the love and faith you have for the Master Jesus, which brims over to other believers. The Message What … Continue reading →

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Wednesday October 1, 2025 – An important lesson from Andrew and his team (all 9 year olds)

Posted on October 1, 2025 by Don Schmidt

Hebrews 10:24  And let us consider one another to provoke unto love and to good works: KJV I am reminded of our son Andrew and his gymnastic team at Washington Court Athletic Club.  There were 6 boys on the 9 … Continue reading →

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Tuesday September 30, 2025 – Opportunity comes with being wrong

Posted on September 30, 2025 by Don Schmidt

Proverbs 25:11-12  The right word at the right time is like a custom-made piece of jewelry, And a wise friend’s timely reprimand is like a gold ring slipped on your finger.  The Message My wife Donna has this wonderful habit. … Continue reading →

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Monday September 29, 2025 – Becoming lovers of God

Posted on September 29, 2025 by Don Schmidt

Mark 12:28–31  28 One of the teachers of the law came and heard them debating. Noticing that Jesus had given them a good answer, he asked him, “Of all the commandments, which is the most important?”  29“The most important one,” … Continue reading →

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Sunday September 28, 2025 – When evil is called good…how must we respond?

Posted on September 28, 2025 by Don Schmidt

Matthew 24:9  “Then you will be handed over to be persecuted and put to death, and you will be hated by all nations because of me. I find myself greatly concerned over the lawlessness occurring throughout our country.  Among our … Continue reading →

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