A Rock In A Sock

A Rock In A Sock

by | May 28, 2021

We first became aware of the situation at a church camp in Cuba.  Boys were playing catch – pretty normal activity for boys.  But then we discovered the “situation.”  The boys were playing with a rock in a sock for their ball.  No way we were not...
Amazed, Grieving, Perplexed & Judging

Amazed, Grieving, Perplexed & Judging

by | May 23, 2021

Luke 7 is a striking collection of the four accounts suggested by the title above. Each account is compelling and relevant to our lives, speaking to our circum-stances today.    Amazed   (Luke 7:1-10)  Jewish people appealed to the Lord Jesus...
“Helping Out” God (Genesis 16-21)

“Helping Out” God (Genesis 16-21)

by | May 18, 2021

As so often happens when we’re faced with difficulties, we get impatient and we tend to think God needs our help. When He tests our patience and obedience by sending us trials, we somehow think we need to solve the problem ourselves. After all, the old saying goes,...
It’s Not Rocket Science

It’s Not Rocket Science

by | May 13, 2021

No, loving people is not rocket science.  No PhD required.  Just love people. Invest time and attention in the people around you.  You and I can’t change anyone – only the Holy spirit can change people. By loving people we seek to get in on what He is...
Not The Ultimate

Not The Ultimate

by | May 8, 2021

Death of a Friend   This morning – March 6, 2021 – I opened email and read that a friend has been given only another day or two to live. A few minutes later, I was in Matthew 13.  After Jesus taught in His home town, people questioned His legitimacy, even as they...