Have you ever had a really great friend spend some time with you? You chat about old times, discuss future plans, and one look to each other conveys some instant meaning that only the two of you understand. When you and your friend depart, there is an emptiness that ensues and loneliness can flood your…
I really didn’t want to write this one. God stirred me last year to write about the activities surrounding the month of October (but not limited to this month). I’m not talking about black kitty cats poking out of pumpkins, hay rides, or sweet trick-or-treaters. But rather, I am referring to this twisted trio of blood, sexual content,…
Who’s geeking out with me about the Aug. 21 solar eclipse? Not to mention it totally makes me think of the Bonnie Tyler song, “Total Eclipse of the Heart” 🙂 I got to teach some lessons about this once-in-a-lifetime event this week in my school system and I am completely into it now after researching…
At this stage in my life, a lot things seem to be working against me. Every calorie I eat goes to my hips, my hair is turning gray faster than I can cover up my roots, and things that used to stay in place are starting to jiggle. Compared to my silly list, many godly…
The Video has gone viral… You know the one…The one about the meaning of “you throw like a girl” or “you run like a girl”. This video for a feminine hygiene product calls into question the meaning of doing something like a girl. Is it meant to be derogatory? Does the phrase diminish the worth…
My son is a senior in the chemical industrial hygiene program at the University of North Alabama (which kind of makes this former chemistry teacher proud!). He has enlightened me about a concept called “Risk Versus Benefit”. Risk versus Benefit involves weighing the negative risks associated with a particular activity against the potential benefits the activity…
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I read your guest post at Kayse’s site! You are right – studying God’s Word is the foundation for being able to offer real comfort to hurting people and wise counsel to those wondering what to do. The truth is the only thing that really helps us spiritually… just as good nourishment is the only fuel for our physical bodies for the long term. Thanks for your work!
I totally agree! I compare using only devotionals and commentaries as substitute to Bible study to processed food. It will give you a little nourishment, but not nearly enough! Thanks!