As we have moved through this season of graduations it was necessary for students to show themselves worthy to earn their diploma, certificate or degree. After presenting evidence the required criteria was met, as established by their respective academic institution, they earned the endorsement for the award. In some ways our individual life style reveals […]
You may have zero financial debt however, you do owe something. No matter what your accountant sees when reviewing your monetary records you, and I, still owe something. According to the word of God we all owe. The blessing is the debt God refers to is one we are able to pay, regardless of our […]
Prayer is represented as a key to unlock doors. Some people pray that they will be victorious over others. Some pray that harm will come to others. What causes one prayer to be realized while another is not? If prayer is communication with God, why do some prayers appear to go unheard? Prayer is aligned […]
Memorial Day brings thoughts of family; celebrations, gatherings, traditions, occurrences and those that have transitioned beyond this life. Thoughts related to feelings of love and loss surface. Some thoughts arise about dysfunction in family relationships. Choosing to dwell on the dysfunction depletes energy, which is better spent on loving yourself and others. Thoughts of the […]
Recently I was struck by a thought that still has me pondering. Something I had never really thought of before. What if God has feelings like ours? Yes, I know He is perfect, He is in the spirit realm, He is omnipotent, He is omniscient, He is love, and yet we are made in His […]
Today there are so many possibilities. Information travels around the world with such speed that we are exposed instantaneously. We can compare our lifestyles with those of others quickly via the Internet. Looking through the lens of the world, what do you cherish about your life and what are the desires of your heart? Take […]
One of my favorite Bible stories is David and Goliath. The slaying of the giant Philistine before those that doubted God and David’s ability is a clear example of God’s power. There are numerous lessons to be gained from the encounter of David and Goliath. We do well by responding to God’s will, reflecting on […]
During this season there are many things on which to focus. Where I live the birds are singing. New blossoms are being seen, there is a feeling of renewal. Schools are releasing students for a break in their usual routines. Bright colors adorn store windows. Eggs and bunnies are everywhere. Fabric draped crucifixes abound too. […]
Over the past several days the Southern California area has endured numerous tremors. As an Angeleno I have had much experience with earthquakes. It has been years since this number of quakes were identified in so few days. A family member in the La Habra epicenter area counted several dozen waves in about 24 hours. […]
An eye for an eye. What exactly does that mean? Someone hurts you, you get to hurt them back. They spread a lie about you, you get to spread a lie about them. They drag out your dirty laundry and place it on display, you do the same in return. They ensnare you with a […]