When A Trickle Becomes A Stream
The more I thought about it, and all its possibilities and ramifications, the worse it seemed to get. A molehill was becoming a mountain, and all in my mind. A trickle can do that. If it continues, it may turn into a stream, and then a brook, and then maybe a river. Before you know it, you’re dealing with an ocean of unchecked thoughts.
The Harness of the LORD (Conclusion)
The Harness of the LORD – And by the Spirit, the answer came back to me as I watched. Because one submitted to the will and discipline of the King, and one rebelled, thus has one been chosen and the other set aside.”
The Harness of the LORD (2)
Now he found there was not even the freedom to run about the small corral, for in the harness he could only move where and when his Master spoke. And unless the Master spoke, he stood still.
The Harness of the LORD (1)
The Colts knew nothing of harness and could not understand why these horses did not respond. The Colts again called to the horses, but they did not answer. Neither did they stamp their feet nor toss their head in response. They stood quiet and still, waiting for the voice of their King.
Failure
A surprising percentage of every human life can be categorized by one courage-sapping word: failure. There really are no exceptions to this rule. That includes the men and women who are typically applauded every Sunday morning as “Bible heroe.”
Overly Stretched and Stressed
Slowly, I tiptoed closer, full camera lens magnification on. His tiny head swiveled around, checking out possible approaching danger. Just as I zoomed in, the baby ground owl disappeared from view. I was too close for comfort, and that bird was scared and stressed.
Whitecaps
So, the whitecaps remind me of Christians – some lacking, perhaps, in purity and whiteness upon an inspection of the heart, and others who are sparkling in cleanness through and through.
Take it With You
You never know what a day will bring. It is a more-than-good idea to remember to put on your armor… and take it with you.
My Business Loss
My Business Loss – Many years ago, I lost a lot of money in a business venture. It was a big loss for me. At that time, I lost almost my entire net worth. I was tempted to mope, to sulk, to carry a heavy burden for a long time. Actually, I allowed myself to grieve for a while, which was a very healthy thing to do.