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In Memory of Sacrifice
Something was brought to my mind yesterday. It's something I know, but don't typically think about. When we remember all those who have died in protection of our country and freedom, we often think of them as wise, brave, old men. But many of them were boys when they...
Witty Wisdom
Today I came across a few witty things others have said and I've written down. Have a few of them! Look at the context or you can be conned with the text. Get your behind out of the past and put the past behind you. Don't monkey with another monkey's monkey. What you...
Seems Backwards
God frequently does things in ways that we humans find backwards. But this is God we're talking about, so though these things seem odd they all completely work. A few Scripture references that come to mind: 1 Corinthians 1:18-29 (especially vs. 27), 2:14, 3:19. God...
I Should Love
Sometimes someone will ask me why I do certain good things. Sometimes I ask myself. The answer is typically "because I should" or "because I love," though the answer is really both, because they go together. Love and moral necessity are both linked together. I should...
Road of Life Metaphors
I was thinking about how going through life can be like driving on a road, and began to think of metaphors to apply some wisdom. Communication is a two-way street. Just because someone passes you doesn't necessarily mean you aren't going the correct speed, and you...
On Giving
Last nights sermon was about giving, and I wanted to share some of the things I've written down and thought about. Prominent Bible references are Ecclesiastes 11:1-8, Proverbs 19:17, and Galatians 9:6-7. Giving has to do with more than money and resources. Give your...