Author Archives: randscallawayffm

“It’s all or nothing!”, the sportscaster shouts.  This last effort will either bring victory or the agony of defeat as expressed by those who call the game from the booth over the game.  But what truly defines victory is how … Continue reading →

To think we will get by with judging others carelessly is a huge mistake.  To seek unjust ways with hidden personal agendas will not go well for us.  To seek notoriety and fame as a judge will not please God … Continue reading →

As humans, we are prone to look first and consistently for cause and effect reasons for our troubles and challenging circumstances. We are obsessed with explaining all the occurrences of life from sickness to accidents, to even death.  We look … Continue reading →

When do we seriously forget the flowery, repeating, holy prayer words to look up and call on God with all that is in us?  Think about it—how bad does our circumstance have to be to fall on our knees in … Continue reading →

“Watch out, don’t touch, that will burn you!” “Look both ways before crossing the street!” “Be nice to your friends, don’t fight.”  “Love everyone like God loves you.” “Be and do what for others what you would like done for … Continue reading →

We see it often when grocery shopping near the candy aisle or at the mall near a toy store—a toddler screaming to the top of his/her lungs demanding that they must have what they so desperately want—and they want it … Continue reading →