Archive for the 'ordinary people' Category

Republica Slovenia
May 3, 2009

Tension fades as each wave washes away a cluster of concerns, releasing the captvity of my worried soul to soar high above my cares.

The Aroma of Christ Part 3
January 17, 2009

The sweetest fragrance of all has come from his fellowship of sharing in his suffering.

The Law of Love with Grace
December 27, 2008

 
Recently, I enjoyed a rich discussion with a spiritual son of mine about matters that I care deeply about.   His two questions challenged me and required some thought.  It is my hope that as a result of sharing this with you, you will be challenged as well. 
 
Although The Bible hasn’t changed, time and the [...]

Part Two: The Aroma of Christ Series
December 19, 2008

The aroma of Christ anoints, flows from, and perfumes His Beloved, as we permeate our heart with the sweet fragrance of Surrender.

The Aroma of Christ Series
December 14, 2008

Have you ever noticed that some people just seem to carry a “heavenly scent” about them?  What does it look like to “permeate the atmosphere of our heart” in order to carry the Aroma of Christ?
Over the next few weeks, I will be doing a series called “The Aroma Of Christ” and I pray that [...]

My WWII Dad, Mentor, and Hero in the Faith
November 11, 2008

His ordinary acts of kindness seemed extraordinarily timed, thoughtful, and uniquely…my Dad!

Rend Your Heart
October 23, 2008

“Rend your heart and not your garments. Return to the Lord your God, for he is gracious and compassionate…” Joel 2:12
Ever wake up one morning, wondering why your spirit and flesh battled all night long?  Then after your first cup of coffee, realize you’re actually in a cranky mood as a result of this [...]

Ordinary Lives, Extraordinary Living!
October 11, 2008

It really struck me as Mark Twain’s words often do.  Remember the story?  A man went to heaven and asked St. Peter who the greatest general was of all time.  He pointed to the common laborer who aparently let his fears keep him back from this great potential he never reached.  He was God’s chosen [...]

Chaos on Wall Street, Order on Main Street
October 5, 2008

I was up several times in the middle of the night this week, along with hundreds of others who live on “Main Street”, America.  Worrying over assets, future income, praying for wisdom to know the course I am to take, I turned to the one true source I know I can rely upon.  As I [...]

Tequilla and the New Wine
August 20, 2008

 Tequila and the New Wine
 
This morning, I was drawn to a small little book I recently purchased, called JOURNEY OF THE PRODIGAL, by Brennan Manning.  I want to share one line from the book that went through my heart like an arrow of revelation.

“Instead of drowning your pain in tequila, blow it out through this [...]