“God is kind to the ungrateful and the evil.” – Jesus “Those who are well have no need of a physician, but those who are sick. I came not to call the righteous, but sinners.” – Jesus How do I qualify for the benefits Jesus brings? What do I have to do? Jesus says, “Here’s […]
Imagine a guy who musters up the courage to ask a girl to marry him. He gets down on one knee. He cracks open a little box housing a diamond ring. He asks his beloved, “Will you marry me?” The girl stares in wonder at the ring and says, “I love diamond rings!” She doesn’t […]
“Truly, I say to you, whoever does not receive the kingdom of God like a child shall not enter it.” – God Becoming and being childlike sounds nice, but kids have no control over their lives. Kids are always being told what to do by bigger people, “Go outside and play,” “Come inside, it’s time […]
Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, making the best use of the time, because the days are evil. Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is. And do not get drunk with wine, for that is debauchery, but be filled with the Spirit, […]
On the Ides of March Brandon Hawkes was deployed by the Almighty to serve us a portion of God’s Word emphasizing God’s desire for us to ASK Him for provisions and the promise of The Holy Spirit. *If you haven’t already savored the meal God served us through His servant Brandon, then I exhort you […]
I’m a big fan of listening to Christmas music year ’round. I say, “Let us always be contemplating the incarnation!” I recently came across this poem by Cynthia Storrs, and – bottom line – I just couldn’t wait till December to share with y’all. Advent Reflection It is said, the end of a thing is […]
During a brief breakfast meeting with The Maker this morning, He told me that I am supposed to, “Serve the purpose of God in my own generation (Acts 13:36).” And then I realized that one of my specific roles/calling is to circulate content like this 9 1/2 minute podcast. Please listen to this podcast for […]
Instead of New Year’s resolutions for 2020 I am sincerely inviting you to plan your funeral service. I know that sounds morbid, but in all seriousness if you want to prioritize what’s really important in 2020 then the best thing to do is consider what you want said, and who you want to be involved, […]
As a father of five I process approx. 235 lawsuits per/week. Kids are expert accountants, and they possess an innate knack for prosecution. However, roughly 234 ½ of the weekly charges filed get dismissed; and instead of proceeding to trial the “victim” is simply told, “Choose not to be mad; go play, have fun, be […]