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Once Jesus asked his disciples, “Whom do men say that I am?” Some said he was John the Baptist, some said Elias, some said a prophet and so on. Jesus was no doubt curious. When he asked Peter he replied, … Continue reading →

When we were kids if asked what we wanted to be when we grew up the answers varied. For the very young the possibilities were endless – singers, movie stars, astronauts, ballerinas, architects, professional athletes, and so on. As we … Continue reading →

The Bible is full of examples of one person changing the course of history. Daniel was instrumental in influencing King Nebuchadnezzar and Queen Esther saved her people from destruction by risking her life to go before the king. Of course, … Continue reading →

Today is the ten year anniversary of 9/11. How appropriate that it would fall on a Sunday, for in spite of the devastation those terrorist attacks caused, it left the American people focused on what they ultimately believe really matters: … Continue reading →

Primary colors are colors in their own right. In other words they cannot be generated through the mixing of other colors. The basic primary colors are considered to be red, yellow, and blue. However, when we look at the world … Continue reading →

My ability to procrastinate amazes me. I can find more things to do to keep from doing what I need to do than anyone I know. Idleness is not my problem. I stay plenty busy, but I stay busy doing … Continue reading →

In Matthew 6:9-13 we have what is called “The Lord’s Prayer.” Considered a model prayer it’s used as a guide in teaching us how to pray. Most have it memorized. It starts with “Our father which art in heaven…” and … Continue reading →

An old adage declares that “beauty is as beauty does.” My mother used to say “beauty is skin deep, but ugliness is to the bone.” These sayings are meant to teach us that it is more important to focus on … Continue reading →

The roots for our fear of rejection start with childhood experiences. They can stem from something deplorable such as parents constantly belittling their children or perhaps from what some might consider minor such as being chosen last when captains pick teams in … Continue reading →

Humans are not perfect.  Since Christians are human, they are not perfect either.  Christians are just as flawed as the rest of the world.  Unfortunately Christians live in a sort of goldfish bowl as others watch them, scrutinize them with … Continue reading →