At times I am embarrassed, That I am what I am. For I am of humanity; That fault filled breed called man. For as my brother’s wayward, I too have filthy hands. Let separation be too long, And I need reprimand. My brothers of flesh, are just a mirror Of this God provoked hermit. Staring … Continue reading
To Marvel is no Proof at All
What value is the man who only marvels at Christ Jesus? We are told that every man who ever lived will do that. Even the most vile of humanity will bow his knee and give glory to Christ Jesus. What can be said of the man who marvels and obeys? We are told there are … Continue reading
Respite not Despite
I have a dear friend who has gone on a cruise today. She gets tan while I get cold. But I am very happy for her. She carries a lot of weight on her shoulders, in her normal routine. There seems to be no respite from the burden. But she carries on despite the great … Continue reading
What’s in a Name
Do you realize there are millions of people who do not know who Isaiah is? When they see the name Job, they think of employment. Abel is only what they can do. Methuselah only hangs around in the English language as an expression of impatience. Yet these men are with God for eternity. And every … Continue reading
Deep Enough to Dream
“Deep enough to dream” by Chris Rice Lazy summer afternoon Screened in porch and nothin’ to do I just kicked off my tennis shoes Slouchin’ in a plastic chair Rakin’ my fingers through my hair I close my eyes and I leave them there And I yawn, and sigh, and slowly fade away Deep enough … Continue reading
You Don’t Know
You don’t know what you’re doing When you avoid the things of God. When you count them as trash on Wednesday; “Castaway! I’m glad it’s gone”. Somehow you think it’s your duty, To stay God the length of your arm. You toss away His riches, For you think he means you harm. Then you flounder … Continue reading
