But if I say, “I will not mention his word or speak anymore in his name,” his word is in my heart like a fire, a fire shut up in my bones.” -Jeremiah 20:9a, NIV I have been blogging now for over a decade. At times, I have considered shutting down this ministry. However, I … Continue reading “I persist in posting…”
Category: Encouragement
A father’s love
See how very much our Father loves us, for he calls us his children, and that is what we are! -I John 3:1a, NLT Do we believe this about how the Father views us? I believe this is the fundamental question for spiritual health. When I struggle with fear or worth issues, I usually am … Continue reading “A father’s love”
Not even one sparrow
Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? Yet not one of them will fall to the ground outside your Father’s care. -Matthew 10:29, NIV I am a parrot owner. This is a somewhat recent development in my life. I learned of Mrs. DM’s love of birds after we were married for a couple of … Continue reading “Not even one sparrow”
Walking in faith is hard!
Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen. -Hebrews 11:1, NASB Walking by faith is not easy. I think this is part of the reason doing so is so pleasing to God (Hebrews 11:6). He understands this is hard way to go. It takes discipline. -We have to discipline our spiritual senses to … Continue reading “Walking in faith is hard!”
Guarding Gratitude
Now the serpent was more crafty than any of the wild animals the Lord God had made. He said to the woman, “Did God really say, ‘You must not eat from any tree in the garden’?” – Genesis 3:1, NIV As a hospice chaplain*, I see many different sorts of people on a daily basis. Often times, my … Continue reading “Guarding Gratitude”
Tragedy and Gratitude
So the Lord blessed Job in the second half of his life even more than in the beginning. -Job 42:12a, NLT One of the biggest tragedies is the utter waste Cheaters create through their dastardly discard of us, faithful spouses. Just when we might be able to taste the fruit of sacrifice, Cheaters pull out the rug … Continue reading “Tragedy and Gratitude”
He is a Good Father!
Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine… -Ephesians 3:20a, NIV God has solutions that we cannot imagine. They are good solutions as He is a good God. What happens might not be what we originally wanted, but God is good and will see you through. I … Continue reading “He is a Good Father!”
Not a tear wasted
You keep track of all my sorrows. You have collected all my tears in your bottle. You have recorded each one in your book. -Psalm 56:8, NLT Not a tear wasted. God is tender towards those He loves. And He loves you, dear Faithful Spouse. Not only does He see each tear, He draws close … Continue reading “Not a tear wasted”
A powerful worship song
When I was in the pit of adultery discovery and the divorce discard, I was attending a church that regularly played a song with true spiritual power. It is a song that lifted and lifts my eyes from my circumstances and places them on God who is holy and perfect. The song is a version … Continue reading “A powerful worship song”
Best revenge… Thrive!!!
So the Lord blessed Job in the second half of his life even more than in the beginning. -Job 42:12a, NLT As the saying goes, the best revenge is a life well lived. In other words, stop fixating on revenge and start thriving! When my first marriage was coming unraveled, I had several of my ex’s flying … Continue reading “Best revenge… Thrive!!!”