Failure

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

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

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

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

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.