Author Archives: Barbara

The Bible speaks about taming our tongues (James 3). Both David and James use the metaphor of bridling our tongues (Psalms 39:1, James 1:26). A bridle is a leather harness and bit placed in a horse’s mouth to control it. … Continue reading →

There’s not a lot mentioned about Thomas in the Bible, but from what little is said, I think I would like him. Also known as Didymus, meaning “twin,” he was one of the twelve apostles of Jesus. He has been … Continue reading →

Are you a perfectionist? I used to be, but found as I strove for perfection I continually fell short of that goal. I misinterpreted the meaning of Matthew 5:48. “Be ye therefore perfect, even as your Father which is in … Continue reading →

Many of us think being a Christian is about striving to be perfect.  Believe it or not, perfection is unattainable.  If that’s our goal, we will always fall short.  God isn’t looking for perfection.  If he were, then the following … Continue reading →

There are two ways to start a morning.  We can moan and groan saying, “Good Lord!  It’s morning!”  Or we can greet each new day with, “Good morning, Lord!” I love it when we sing, “This is the day that … Continue reading →

Each year scores of immigrants desire to become citizens of the United States of America, a privilege so many of us take for granted.  In order to do this they must pass a test.  Here are just a few of … Continue reading →

My last few blogs have been exploring the subject of fear from a spiritual perspective.   We discussed having a healthy fear of God.  We discussed having an unhealthy kind of fear that paralyzes us and keeps us from living life … Continue reading →

Loving fathers exude an aura of protectiveness to their children.  So when toddlers are learning to walk they want to hold their father’s hand to steady their uneasy steps.  Preschoolers tend to be a little braver so a father will … Continue reading →

Fear can be a good thing when kept in perspective.  Last time we learned that fearing God in the right way can bring benefits.  God doesn’t want us to unnecessarily tremble in His sight but He does want us to … Continue reading →

Proverbs has much to say about the fear of the Lord.  Proverbs 1:7 tells us, “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge…”  What exactly does that mean?  Does it mean we tremble with fear every time God’s … Continue reading →