I look back over my life. From time to time a memory triggers an avalanche. I can only sigh. Not one act of beauty can I find. And if there was anything beautiful, it is tainted by the duress of position or opportunity. It was either the result of a compulsion to do what is … Continue reading
God is
It is odd to me, this ruse of enticements. That we should be placed so firmly among all that is a lie. Let a man ponder this. All the while, God is. Then we are given what is true, from He who is above all these things. Now we are condemned if we do not … Continue reading
Going out
I struggle hard to get used to it. When I am not among people the sting fades. The reality is remembered but the burden is softer. Prayers are lifted. Intent is sharpened. I purpose to do well next time. When it is time to venture out, desire consumes me to leave myself behind. But I … Continue reading
Choose to do right
A couple of decades ago I was sitting in a college classroom. The topic of discussion must have been effects or morality. And I remember telling my classmate that, “If a man knew the full punishment for his wicked behavior he would choose to do what is right.” My classmate disagreed with me. He was … Continue reading
Play day, everyday
I don’t want to see a show of hands. I’m not interested in a 2000 page spreadsheet. I don’t want to talk to a statistician. And I don’t particularly have a craving to see someone respond to this post. But I wonder how many people realize they’re being played. From the time you were born … Continue reading
Above it all
Twelve disciples, a little fishing boat, a raging sea, and a Lord who is above it all. No one has ever witnessed such a thing before. Not only did the Lord walk on top of the sea, he walked on top of a raging sea! It happily resided in his heart to show his disciples … Continue reading
