[Listen to advice] September 2019 I woke up melancholy, troubled by a corroding friendship. Since my friend, Robert, passed away, I've had occasions where I miss him dearly. Robert would have known what to say. Thankfully, I know exactly what he'd say; he gave me these words years ago. He'd say, You have to stop … Continue reading Friendship Wrecked?
The Backseat Flyer – Part 2
[To strengthen those whose hearts are fully committed to Him] In Part 1 of this 3 part series I simplified the message that Jesus drove home to His Disciples: distressing things would occur, but they would have peace in Him. Jesus opening words to His disciples regarding what was about to happen were these: "In a … Continue reading The Backseat Flyer – Part 2
The Fruit of Perseverance
[Passion vs. Patience] I’ll be honest, I'm not always the most patient person. Whether impatience stems from the eagerness of wanting something now, or it’s a product of the difficult things we have to endure, the fact of the matter is this: patience always requires that we wait. Guess what? I’ve never enjoyed that waiting … Continue reading The Fruit of Perseverance
Stand at the Cross Roads: Self Help?
[Beg for Understanding] If I were to write a "self help" book it would end too abruptly, for it would undoubtedly read: See the Bible. (More specifically, give your life to Jesus.) Some people look within, but our help doesn’t come from within unless the Spirit of God dwells in us. (The Holy Spirit) "So … Continue reading Stand at the Cross Roads: Self Help?