Tag Archives: Peace

WAS IT WORTH IT?

The Story of Jesus A possible new position opening up is in the air of conversation at the office. Some do not want the extra work that will be required. Some will go for it without thinking of the work … Continue reading →

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KEEP THE LAMP FED

The Story of Jesus “Missed it by that much” said often by one of my favorite characters, in television’s Get Smart episodes and later a good movie. The agent, Maxwell Smart, took pride in being prepared for anything that might … Continue reading →

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NOW THERE WAS ROOM…

The Story of Jesus When people are angry and act on that anger, we are uncomfortable at the least. Our human nature’s first response is either fight or flight from these situations. For me, it depends on the facts, the … Continue reading →

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JESUS SPEAKS TRUTH…ABOUT DIVORCE

The Story of Jesus I remember my pastor husband coming home for a premarital counseling session to say, “I don’t think they are going to make it with the attitude they have about marriage.” He related that the couple agreed … Continue reading →

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WHO DO WE THINK WE ARE? AND WHO’S IN CHARGE?

The Story of Jesus We have a problem before us. As good Christians we go to God in prayer about the problem, having exhausted all efforts on our part. However, we tell God what do to do about the problem … Continue reading →

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BOOT CAMP FOLLOW-UP

The Story of Jesus Before we send our kids out the door with all their stuff that we helped them pack for wherever they are going, we still give last minute instructions. These words come from our mouths…”be careful”, “have … Continue reading →

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FROM APPLAUSE TO THE SLAP!

(The Story of Jesus) Have you ever worked hard at trying to be and do all that God wanted you to be and do…and it was accomplished, to the crowd’s delight, helping others, and to the glory of God, from … Continue reading →

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AND YOU THOUGHT YOU KNEW HIM!

(The Story of Jesus) We believers, followers of Christ, think we know Him until a sudden storm brews quickly and hits us all at once. The raging storm knocks us to our knees with a simple prayer of panic as … Continue reading →

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WHO ARE WE?

(The Story of Jesus) What counts to God is not what we do but who we are while doing or reacting to whatever lies before us. Who are we when no one is around to be impressed? Who are we … Continue reading →

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BEFORE GOD SPOKE…

(The Story of Jesus) How many of us would do the “right thing” before being told? How “grown up” are we? How noble, full of integrity are we? Do we even have to think about it first or is “doing … Continue reading →

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