Monthly Archives: September 2023

When two people decide to have a child produced from their deep love for each other, investments are made for the child even before he/she arrives.  We make a precious space to make room for the little human who will … Continue reading →

As a public school teacher, you learn quickly (or should) to ask questions before deciding the punishment of misbehaving students.  What you observed from a distance might be totally different than what you thought at first when you question the … Continue reading →

There was a time in my life that I will never forget.  There I was, all those years ago, with text books, notes on lectures, and other resources all around me with only a lamp light.  After teaching all day … Continue reading →

“How bad is it?”  “Is it fixable?”  “Can we rebuild or is it a total loss?”  “What can be salvaged?” These are some of many questions in the minds of those who go through the aftermath of a tornado or … Continue reading →

According to Matthew, there were two blind beggars sitting by the road (Matthew 20:29–34), and Mark gives the name of one of them— “Bartimaeus.” Both Mark and Luke (Luke 18:35–43) focus attention on him since he was the more vocal … Continue reading →

As a young child, caught in the act of peer pressure in behaving badly, my mom and dad sat me down and proceeded to deliver the punishment with the words many of us grew up with in our childhood: “If … Continue reading →

As I was putting away supplies after Sunday School class before the worship service began, I saw a little girl frantically run by the door.  She was on her way to the bathroom.  Not having quite mastered all the skills … Continue reading →

We are about to read the passage that prickles the hair on the backs of those who have experienced divorce.  I am praying for you and I hope you will keep reading.  I’ve watched as men and women grieve in … Continue reading →

We all want to be first, be the best, be the star of the show, and be chose to lead the group.  Being first means we can do what we want and not be told what to do by anyone … Continue reading →

We use the word if many times each day.  If I get to it, then I’ll do it.  If you do this then I can do that.  If food is bought a meal can be made.  If money comes in … Continue reading →