Stealing God’s Thunder
You’ve probably heard and maybe even used the old expression “stole my thunder.” Essentially, it means to take credit for something really done by someone else. I’ve done it (though I’m sure unintentionally!) and had it done to me. But have I ever stolen God’s thunder?
Is your boat in the water?
When our kids were little, my parents gave them a blow-up raft to use in the neighborhood swimming pool. It worked great for a few summers. My three children had a great time paddling around the pool and giving rides to their friends.
About the third summer the raft developed a small hole. For a while [...]
“Love One Another?”
“Love one another.” Sounds doable, right? Care about and care for our brothers and sisters in Christ. After all, we are children of the same Father. We all have the same Holy Spirit. Yep, completely doable. Umm, unless meeting a need means I have to change my schedule. Or open my wallet. Or give up [...]
Preserved with Purpose
My newly married, 22 year-old daughter has been blogging. I’d like to share with you her recent reflections on the fleeting nature of mankind and the loving preservation of our heavenly Father.
I really need to be grading papers. Like really, really, REALLY (ya, 3 reallys) need to be grading right at this moment. But I’ve [...]
Father Knows Best
My son recently witnessed a sad, but unnecessary event. While hitting baseballs with friends at a local park, Mark heard a cry for help. A woman and her three young children were huddled around a bulldog that was struggling to breathe.
Bulldogs are very susceptible to heat stroke. Breeders warn owners to be very cautious, particularly [...]


