Romans 8:25 “But if we hope for what we do not yet have, we wait for it patiently.” “Don’t worry Grandma.” Those were the wise words my 3-year-old grandson spoke when his milk splattered across the table. In fact, encouraging the people around him not to worry turns out to Continue Reading…
Psalm 49:5 “Why should I fear when evil days come, when wicked deceivers surround me—” Uncertain times. I’ve heard that phrase periodically during my short stint on the earth. With all the turmoil surrounding recent events, I would say the term quite aptly describes 2021’s arrival. Actress Patricia Heaton remarked, “If you’re Continue Reading…
Psalm 22:5 “To you they cried out and were saved; in you they trusted and were not put to shame.” If you believe the Dunkin Donuts’ advertisement, you would think America runs on Dunkin. I’m not so sure I agree with their clever slogan, but just about everything runs on something. Even Christianity. Continue Reading…
Psalm 16:5; 8 “Lord, you alone are my portion and my cup; you make my lot secure…. I keep my eyes always on the Lord. With him at my right hand, I will not be shaken.” How can we find security in a world that seems petering on destruction? I’ve been reading about the sweeping Continue Reading…
Esther 4:14 “For if you remain silent at this time, relief and deliverance for the Jews will arise from another place….” I wish my confidence in God stood as strong as Mordecai’s. The book of Esther illustrates the power of his unflinching trust in God. An edict had been given Continue Reading…