I’ve discovered there are two types of people at the dog park: The ones who are horrified that you don’t do something about your dog’s disgusting behavior, and the ones who say, “Don’t worry. They’re dogs, and that’s what dogs do.” Finding the middle ground with wisdom is my goal. Presently, our dog Dandy hasContinue reading “EMBARRASSED”
Category Archives: Christian
BEAUTY
Recently, I joined a group on social media geared toward aging gracefully.
HOLY
Never has it been brought home as clearly to me when I was a caregiver that people are closest to seeing the holiness of God when they are in a fragile state, and Satan knows it.
PRAYER
Dear Lord, thank you for this day. We are blessed because You are a forgiving and understanding God. You have already done so much for us, and yet you keep on blessing us. Help us start the day with a new attitude and plenty of gratitude, and let us take the best of each dayContinue reading “PRAYER”
THIS DAY
Thirty-one years ago, after two weeks of sobriety in a treatment program, while watching the 700 Club with Pat Robertson on television, I chose this day to come to Jesus in complete submission, and on my knees, humbly admitted my sinfulness and asked for forgiveness. Jesus welcomed me with open arms that were full ofContinue reading “THIS DAY”
ROCK
Our perceptions may question and threaten to cause doubt in our minds. But through faith and God’s Word and even scientific discoveries, we can know in our hearts that God is in control, always loving, protecting, and guiding for good.
PRESSING ON
In response to someone who asked why so many older couples are selling their homes and moving to places far away from their families to spend retirement:
PIVOT
Every pivot we make in our lives requires a decision.
ORDINARY
Are you content to be ordinary? The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines the word “ordinary” as: common no exceptional ability not particularly good In 2003, Robert S. McGee wrote a book and Bible Study called “The Search For Significance,” which detailed how to overcome our insecurities about our abilities and use our talents with freedom from theContinue reading “ORDINARY”
CHANGES
One of the most challenging things I ever did was start praying for someone who hurt me deeply.