Monthly Archives: July 2025

CHOOSING UP SIDES

Before any game is played; sides must be chosen.  Two teams are decided within any large group; then the game begins.  You know how it goes—from the Garden of Eden to now—we still choose up sides. Our first thought as … Continue reading

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GOD LEADS TO THOSE IN NEED

“Is there anyone I can show kindness to today, Lord?”  Wow, what would happen if we prayed that pray honestly with a willing heart ready to jump into action? God readily answers a prayer like that with those who need … Continue reading

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THE BATTLE AND THE VICTORY BELONGS TO THE LORD!

The known world of enemies who opposed the nation of Israel from the beginning of entering the “Promised Land” given to them by God has now been subdued.  It was God who raised up a shepherd boy to be a … Continue reading

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WE PLAN—GOD DECIDES!

We humans have a kink in our armor—Self.  As God leads us to success in completing the mission He gave us to do while providing all that we needed within and without to do it; we think we should do … Continue reading

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THE DANCE

Every time we embark on a drive, whether to gather supplies or to go on a trip across the countryside; we make judgements of all others who are also driving on the road with us.  We remark about the crazy … Continue reading

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NEW KING—WHO DOES WHAT GOD SAYS!

“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11 We love to recite this holy passage when we are in the … Continue reading

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HONOR

What is honor?  Honor comes with actions of integrity.  Webster defines honor as having good reputation of being fair and trustworthy in relationships with others.  One who consistently treats others fairly with their best builds trust with all who know … Continue reading

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AS ONE FALLS ANOTHER RISES

There seems to be “born-leaders” who rise up in any group of people gathers to work, play, or just be in conversation.  If you observe people long enough, like I enjoy doing, we see from young to old a leader … Continue reading

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TWO MEN—TWO AGENDAS

“In his accession to the throne of Israel, David illustrates the career of Jesus Christ, the Son of David. Like David the shepherd, Jesus came first as a humble servant and was anointed king privately. Like David the exile, Jesus … Continue reading

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MOURNING THE MIGHTY WHO HAVE FALLEN

When we hear of the death of a loved one; we immediately begin to mourn their passing.  Jesus taught those who congregated on the mountain that day that we are “blessed when we mourn.”  When death comes; we realize our … Continue reading

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