A personal note: I ask your prayers this week for our family. My father, a pastor and minister for more than 70 years, completed his journey of 94 years last Friday morning and is now in the presence of the One He loved and served. As a friend of mine […]
“Cast your bread upon the waters.” Ecclesiastes 11:1 NKJV. God directs the affairs of men with wise benevolence. My thoughts and comments today are about “wise benevolence.” Theologians of a previous era wrote often of the providence of God, describing it as, “The care and character of Almighty God who […]
“That you and I may be mutually encouraged by each other’s faith.” Romans 1:12 NIV. Encouragement is evidenced in conviction, confidence, and courage. My thoughts and comments today are about being “encouraged and encouraging.” Someone rightly observed, “Misery loves company.” Misery tends to choose similar company. Trust me; they will […]
”He who refreshes others will himself be refreshed.” Proverbs 11:25 NIV. Generosity blesses the recipient and enriches the giver. My thoughts and comments today are about “the joy of generosity.” Some years ago my friend, Harold, piqued my interest with these words, “What you make happen for others, God will […]
“Thank God for His Son – a gift too wonderful for words.” 2 Corinthians 9:15 NLT. Giving that is meaningful is inseparably sourced in love that is authentic. My thoughts and comments this Advent are about “Christmas gifts.” Christmas gift giving is an art form with some people. Christmas is […]