Everyone who competes in the games goes into strict training. They do it to get a crown that will not last, but we do it to get a crown that will last forever. 1 Corinthians 9:25 I’ve been a member of various gyms over the years. Each time, after that initial enthusiasm of “this time I’m goingContinue reading “Muscle Building”
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I Call Him “Lord”
From the west, people will fear the name of the Lord, and from the rising of the sun, they will revere his glory. Isaiah 59:19 I admit it. I have a difficult time with authority. I don’t like being told what to do and when to do it. I’m not sure how this developed in me. It’s not like, as a child,Continue reading “I Call Him “Lord””
Fight or Flight
Dear friends, do not be surprised at the fiery ordeal that has come on you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you. 1 Peter 4:12 I’d wanted to get my motorcycle license since I was 16 years old. For any of you counting that’s about 37 years ago. Back then, my mind and bodyContinue reading “Fight or Flight”
Fan The Flame
For this reason I remind you to fan into flame the gift of God, which is in you through the laying on of my hands. 2 Timothy 1:6 I remember the day I got baptized. I was 34 years old and at the same time my one year old and 5 year old received the HolyContinue reading “Fan The Flame”
Awaken
So then, let us not be like others, who are asleep, but let us be awake and sober. 1 Thessalonians 5:6 I just finished a study on the book of Numbers. It finds Israel wandering about the desert grumbling, complaining and disobeying God at every turn. And God gives mercy over and over at Moses’ pleading. Until He doesn’t. There’sContinue reading “Awaken”
Our New Identity
Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a worker who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth. 2 Timothy 2:15 When I quit working full time about 25 years ago, it was hard for me to accept that I no longer contributed financially toContinue reading “Our New Identity”
Closer Than A Brother
So we say with confidence, “The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can mere mortals do to me?” Hebrews 13:6 There’s been a number of times in my life when I felt all alone. In high school the neighbor girl who I had been friends with since I was in fourth gradeContinue reading “Closer Than A Brother”
A Teaspoon of Salt
Season all your grain offerings with salt. Leviticus 2:13 About a year ago my husband and I decided to combine our plans of getting fit at the gym with changing what we ate for dinner. We decided to try out a couple meal delivery services. Now, let me first say my husband is an incredible cook –Continue reading “A Teaspoon of Salt”
Battle Strategy
Praise be to the Lord my Rock, who trains my hands for war, my fingers for battle. Psalm 144:1 I have a very strong personality. I’m a fixer and a doer. I’m a creative problem solver. So, for me to sit back and let God take control or direct me has been one of my greatest challenges. A few years ago,Continue reading “Battle Strategy”
Eat Up His Words
When your words came, I ate them; they were my joy and my heart’s delight, for I bear your name, Lord God Almighty. Jeremiah 15:16 I visited some friends recently outside Austin, Texas. One day we were trying to decide where to eat for lunch and I mentioned seeing a place that served Louisana-style shrimp and crab. My friendContinue reading “Eat Up His Words”
