Monthly Archives: March 2015

I don’t know why this happens but it is very good when it does.  God gives me something to say in the everyday occurrences of life.  Little miracles are so fine. Watching TV with my wife last night we saw … Continue reading →

In the last Chapter of AHA,  Pastor Idleman refers a lot to the older son who did not leave home.  In yesterday’s post I referred to the sense of justice that this son was seeking. The younger son left home … Continue reading →

I am going to write a little about my wife. I am amazed about her likes and dislikes in many areas but one amazement is the fact that she likes reality crime shows like “48 Hours”, “Dateline” and “20/20”. Maybe … Continue reading →

AHA is a book about changing, coming to God. Ridding yourself of your sinful burdens as much as you can. You know the things you do that are holding you back. You know them better than anyone. God wants us … Continue reading →

I am sure you have. Several years ago I watched my dad. It was not easy and I was poorly equipped to do it. Let me describe him in a few words [a few words do not do him justice … Continue reading →

In the film clip on this post is a scene from the popular Christian movie, “God Is Not Dead.” If you have not seen the film, let me give you a little context.  Dean Cain’s character is a hard-driving businessman … Continue reading →

We all know it. Jesus is on the cross.  On either side are two criminals, people who deserved to be punished along with one who did not deserve punishment at all. One criminal hurled insults at Jesus. The other one … Continue reading →

I am a golfer.  I am not consumed by the sport but I enjoy it and I can play reasonably well despite my age. One of the big mysteries in recent years plaguing the sport is “what has happened to … Continue reading →

My kids are too old. My marriage is too broken. My friend is too angry. My reputation is too far gone. My debt is overwhelming. My addiction is too powerful. My life is too messed up. Pastor Idleman includes this … Continue reading →

Chapter 12 in AHA is about defeatism. According to my trusty Webster’s Dictionary,  defeatism is “expectation or unresisting acceptance of the prospect of defeat.” I want to say I don’t have this but I do in some areas of my … Continue reading →