“ Only be strong and very courageous, that you may observe to do according to all the law which Moses My servant commanded you; do not turn from it to the right hand or to the left, that you may prosper wherever you go. (Joshua 1:7) Decisions, decisions! Every day is full of them. Someone once wrote somewhere how many decisions we make…
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289. Trust the Seed
The metaphorical patterns in Scripture are a majestic network of hope, salvation, and the guarantee of God living up to His Word over thousands of years. It is a discovery to notice it, a revelation to understand it, and a source of strength to study it. Just as the seasons and the rainbow confirm to me the…
288. The harvest of tears
The Bible is a challenging piece of reading. One could still think that something new in our modern theological, computer-driven existence is pushing the boundaries of innovation, then one could study the application of the deep truths of Scripture to set the moral foundation of every aspect of life and provide insight. One thing is certain:…
285. Words that live and give life
The world we live in manages to sling the mud of so-called modern social wisdom and political wrangling at us daily. With an overwhelming variety of information in our hands and readily available in a pocket or handbag, it’s not hard to quickly catch up and know the latest developments. We need a bath—every day—just…
281. The sin of fear
Fear is good. Fear warns and helps prevent foolish actions. The symptoms of fear are unmistakable and distinct —a hollow feeling in your stomach, a dry throat, and sweaty hands—those unmistakable signals your body involuntarily sends due to messages from your brain and eyes. Situations like heights and flying can cause fear, words can evoke fear, and…
274. Pilgrimage to Christmas
It’s mid-November, and my first Christmas event is already behind me. This was not intentional, but rather dictated by the availability of large venues that can accommodate, in our case, 200 women. On Saturday morning, we gathered at the country club in our city for a late breakfast, Christmas carols to sing along to, and a speaker…
272. The whole caboodle
Evil comes in waves. It catches you off guard, like a rogue wave suddenly breaking through the rhythmic beat of the sea. The wave that sweeps your feet out from under you is a bundle of disappointment, insult, hurt, and rage. The sins of others in your life tear your heart apart in an instant with words that wound,…
271. One Word
It is just like a contract. One of the requirements of a contract is mutual agreement. Two parties must agree on a certain matter or condition in order to achieve something. The willingness to agree is powerful. Such a decision, where two people agree, whether on big things or even very small things, is the driving force behind so…
268. Road sign and guideposts
Set up road signs; put up guideposts.Take note of the highway, the road that you take. (Jeremiah 31:21) We often talk poetically and philosophically about the journey of life. This is entirely appropriate. Life is indeed a journey. It is not a soft resting place by a stagnant pool of calm water where we can collapse and rest. Perhaps there are times…
267. Saved and yoked
In life there are times that the “fiery oven” of circumstances and affliction is burning with hardship and adversity. Human words are weak and superficial and God’s words are strength and hope. It could only ever be God’s words that transform and renew, that comfort and give hope, that are a refuge and write a song in…
Pebbles of Perpetuity 