Monthly Archives: January 2017

“Stop and smell the roses.” That is one cliché most of us know. In most clichés there is a kernel of truth. That’s why they become popular expressions. We assume that stopping and smelling roses refers to taking the time … Continue reading →

Due to forced inactivity, I have found myself watching more television in the past four months than normal. When your doctor says you have to sit and heal, television is one option that an “invalid” has in order to pass … Continue reading →

How many times have you stopped and given thanks to God for life circumstances that are pleasant, days that are productive and relationships which are strong. God is there and He is at work in our lives, bringing good things … Continue reading →

The Westminster Shorter Catechism is a document written between 1646 and 1647 by theologians in the Church of England.   It was designed to bring the Church of England and the Church of Scotland into greater conformity. It reads simply: “Man’s … Continue reading →

I am not an expert on prayer. You can read about my background by clicking on “About St. John Studies”. However, the book that I write about is written by an author who purports to be an expert on prayer. I … Continue reading →

Obedience: “compliance with an order, request, or law or submission to another’s authority.” We expect our children to be obedient and hope that our requests are helpful in guiding them through life.   Teachers have to have obedience in order to … Continue reading →

I have never had a problem going to God in prayer and calling Him Father. I was raised in my church and in my home to refer to Him that way and my earthly father was a truly admirable man, … Continue reading →

The role that God plays in tragedy is discussed so often because we have so much tragedy to deal with in our lives.   Every day the Christian and non-Christian alike have tragic circumstances to deal with but since the book … Continue reading →

Every day we hear of the tragedies. The teen who is killed in a car wreck. The small child who suffers from some mysterious illness. The fire that wipes out a family home and all of the family’s possessions. Suffering. … Continue reading →

“Examine the situation in light of Scripture and common knowledge, seek the advice and counsel of other believers, evaluate your skills, abilities and gifts, and consider the impact the alternatives will have on yourself and others. Review the factors involved … Continue reading →