“Why in the world did you bring that to Jerusalem today? You can’t sacrifice it. The streets are going to be too crowded as it is. The last thing anybody needs is a donkey to stumble over.” Simon tied the young donkey to a post. “I thought maybe somebody might need help in carrying stuff… Continue reading THE COLT
Tag: Holy Spirit
Spiritual journeys don’t need a lot of geographic space
I’m writing this post on Thursday, August 13, 2015. I should have started my day in Amarillo, Texas. God had other plans for me. His plans included a spiritual journey in my 700 square foot apartment. Last Friday I THOUGHT this week was all mapped out for me to work five consecutive days for the… Continue reading Spiritual journeys don’t need a lot of geographic space
SECOND LIFE
Jesus held His left arm across Mary’s shoulders. His right Arm was across Martha’s. The three of them led a procession to the family burial cave. Mary wrapped both arms around Jesus’s waist. Martha caressed Jesus’s hand on her shoulder. They paused as people filled in the area behind them when they reached the tomb… Continue reading SECOND LIFE
Faith is like a muscle. I’m running with a limp right now.
Every runner knows there are times you just have to run through a pain. Most sore muscles work the kinks out with a little simple effort. BUT, sometimes a runner has to admit the pain is just too bad to ignore. I developed one of THOSE pains last week. Let me explain my unorthodox running routine… Continue reading Faith is like a muscle. I’m running with a limp right now.
ISRAEL’S KING
David paced the roof of his home. His thoughts were of his nation’s future. A prayer came to his lips. “LORD, I need You now. My heart is heavy for Your people. We’ve been at war with ourselves. I know that must break Your heart. Shall I remain king of just Judah, or has the… Continue reading ISRAEL’S KING
CIVIL WAR
“Is the time now for my kingdom to start?” David stared at the ephod Abiathar wore. “Yes.” “What city shall I go to?” “Hebron.” David stood and faced his men. “We’re going to Hebron.” The cheer was deafening. **** After David and his men settled into Hebron and its surrounding towns the elders of Judah… Continue reading CIVIL WAR
The Color of…
The color of cardinals is as red as can be They chirp as they fly and enjoy a great seed The color of bluebirds as their name would imply Is blue as blue gets even bluer than the sky The color of zebras is quite a contrast of hues They’re black and they’re white yet… Continue reading The Color of…
SECOND GRACE
The footsteps stopped outside David’s tent. Heavy breathing interrupted the conversation. Joab wasn’t as quiet as David had wished for more sleep. “You can’t go in there. I’m under strict orders. Nobody is to awaken David.” A young man’s voice said. “But, he sent me to spy out King Saul to see if he’s coming.… Continue reading SECOND GRACE
What I Believe
As promised to my newsletter peeps, here’s my video statement of faith, my take on how the gospel of Jesus Christ plays out, and/or my interpretation of what the Bible tells us about how we’re to live life. [Tweet “This is six minutes of what I believe”] This is six minutes of what I believe.