I try to get along with people. I am after all commanded to love and God does. Not everyone will get along with me. I already know that...
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When my kids were growing up, I often had to tell them “Don’t!”. Don’t touch a hot stove. Don’t put a fork in...
I have had meals with some very nice people and some rather sinful one’s too. Sometimes we create artificial boundaries with people...
I have these moments and I wonder if others do as well. I become aware of my sin and wonder,… do I hide from God and deny them…...
I want to make a positive impact in the world for the sake and name of Jesus Christ. I would guess all of us want to feel a degree of...
I have a few favorite teachers from school and college. Usually they possessed some important insight or issued a great challenge that...
My life right now is such that I get distracted, interrupted, and delayed fairly often. Maybe in our busyness we are all a bit like that...
As a parent, it feels really good to know my grown children are doing well in life. As I consider how my kids are right now… I would...
Sometimes very great movements, discoveries, or social change begin with rather obscure, humble, yet bold actions! Jesus life before His...
My son Keanu used to pray as a young boy, this prayer: “God, I pray today would be a good day, and every day a good day”...
There was a war declared last week by Israel upon Hamas in response to a brutal attack, partial invasion, and atrocities I would like to...
I don’t like to sleep with lights on (unless its an afternoon nap on the couch). So I have this thing that covers my eyes in case my...
My grandson Avery imitates me at times. If I sip my hot coffee and then let out a “aaaahhh”. He drinks his milk and does the...
I often wanted to do a fun segment in young adult gatherings called “Bad Dates”, where people share about a recent dating...
I didn’t have the advantage of growing up in church. Maybe you did. My experience the last 43 years has afforded me some insight...
I’m not saying I’ve been everywhere and done everything at all. But, one thing I have discovered is the amazing and powerful...
My two year old grandson, Avery modifies almost every sentence with his favorite word “big”! Want to take a bath, Avery? Big...
There were various measurements used in human history. One measurement was roughly how far one could spread their arms… a fathom. To...
I saw a video of a ‘crazy Denver Bronco lady/fan’ on instagram. She was obviously upset that her team was losing to the Miami...
I used to play basketball a lot better than I can now. Back then, I would play with guys like my brother and friends who knew exactly where...
I knew a pastor who went through a season of being attacked by people. They were expressing their doubt about his leadership and decision...
I never saw the movie “Dead Man Walking”, but I lived the life. No, not as a criminal awaiting the death penalty- but as a...
Have you ever been at a loss when it comes to praying for people you love? The apostle Paul gives us a beautiful guide in what to say to...
I love that moment in Guardians of the Galaxy when Peter Quill says “I have a plan”… (Deep down knowing he only has...
Life is short. Its length can seem as short as a breath on a cold morning. So, what really matters in light of eternity? The apostle Paul...
God has given mankind three institutions for his protection and the preservation of society- the family, government and the church. Jesus...
I was riding motocross with my friends a couple years ago in the desert. I hadn’t really ridden since I was a kid. So my buddy said...
We have to make judgments about issues, people, and the world we live in just about every day. But, judging other people (especially their...
Some activities or events have dress codes or expectations of what we should wear. Restaurants have rules like ‘no shirt, no shoes...
I don’t wear a lot of jewelry. I wear a wedding ring and sometimes my waterproof watch when I surf. I often see people wearing a...
I was praying early this morning and took a drive down to my office because I was worried about a project and I didn’t have the notes...
If I sent my son to visit you and to describe what was on my mind and what I am like, you could get a pretty clear picture. In the same...
There are some whistleblowers who recently testified before Congress saying that our government has recovered some UFO material that is...
I went to my wife’s 40 year class reunion last Saturday night. It was delightful and fun to see people who were acquainted and had...
I have been increasingly troubled by policies and actions of people who I once credited with good intentions. But now, I don’t think...
Someone asked me what the best part of summer has been? I answered, camping with lifelong friends and surfing for a week at San Onofre. I...
It feels good to be praised, recognized and honored. But desiring that kind of attention is a spiritual trap. One time my wife and I were...
I have seen the redemption of the Lord time and time again. God has been so faithful to be with me in times of uncertainty, confusion...
Don’t new born babes look so pure and innocent? Like little cherubs! And of course they are part of life’s great joys, for sure...
I like to travel with my wife. Some people do not like to travel. But, there is an education in travel. I especially like learning the...
In 1971 the band Main Ingredient sang a hit song with the lyrics “Everybody plays the fool, sometime… There’s no...
Ever hear a child say “that’s not right”! Usually they are referring to some bad behavior of a brother or sister who is...
We have a growing problem these days- everyone does what is ‘right’ in their own eyes. People are confused about nearly every...
My lovely wife and I have been married now for far longer than being single or apart. That’s fun to think about. For me, I certainly...
How many of us remember Miyagi (from Karate Kid)? Who could forget “wax on, wax off”? When Daniel-son would ask Mr. Miyagi, How...
I like a good meal. Who doesn’t? I also enjoy those cooking shows on TV. Anyone remember “who’s in the kitchen with Dinah...
Elon Musk is a pretty smart guy. Along with Bill Gates, Jeff Bezos, and a myriad of entertainers, sports figures, and others, they have...
Have you ever gone into some place and realized you were ‘out of place’? Maybe it was a very holy place? Or some event in which...
I am about to get ready for work today. When I was younger and worked for IBM Corp, I wore a suit to work every day. It was kind of my...
Have you ever had someone “cover for you”? Maybe they covered a work shift, or completed a project, or paid the balance on a...