Archive for July 2025
God’s masterpieces
“Jesus was able to love because he loved right through the layer of mud.” “Tell me how much you know of the sufferings of your fellow man and I will tell you how much you have loved them.” Helmut Thielicke was a German Theologian, pastor, and author. He saw the atrocities of Nazi Germany first…
Read MoreYour greatest enemy
Pride is your greatest enemy, humility is your greatest friend. John R.W. Stott “In the same way, you who are younger, submit yourselves to your elders. All of you, clothe yourselves with humility toward one another, because “God opposes the proud but shows favor to the humble.” Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, that…
Read MoreReputation
By this time, a lot of men and women of doubtful reputation were hanging around Jesus, listening intently. Luke 15:1 The Message Here’s a brief definition of “reputation” according to dictionary.com. “The estimation in which a person or thing is held, especially by the community or the public generally; a good name.” So, if people…
Read MoreDon’t you just love kids?
One day, children were brought to Jesus in the hope that he would lay hands on them and pray over them. The disciples shooed them off. But Jesus intervened: “Let the children alone, don’t prevent them from coming to me. God’s kingdom is made up of people like these.” After laying hands on them, he…
Read MoreCuriosity
Here’s an intriguing thought: as you approach retirement (whatever that may mean), people often lose their curiosity about life. While this may not apply to you, it certainly resonates with many. Curiosity is a quality that requires cultivation and is sustained throughout your life. It’s often associated with childlike wonder and something to be embraced…
Read More