Passage: Luke 6: 46-49 Key Verse: “Why do you call me ‘Lord, Lord,’ and not do what I tell you?” v.46 The radio host had my attention. The subject was intriguing. His arguments, passionate and compelling. I had been listening to the interview for about 15 minutes, waiting on a particular session of the program. After the commercials, the host continued the interview and asked his guest the question I was waiting to hear. I turned up the volume and inclined my head towards the speakers. Continue Reading
And The Grammy Goes To…
Passage: 1 John 2:15-16 Key Verse: “For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh and the lust of the eyes and the boastful pride of life, is not from the Father, but is from the world.” (v.16 – NASB) I felt a bit like a school girl when our leader announced that Mandisa was part of our group. I didn’t recognize her, sitting quietly at the corner of the small room. Oh, this is going to be good, I thought. Now I will have to speak in front of ten seasoned speakers AND Mandisa. I Continue Reading
Latest AJC Column: “Spiritual Poison…”
The telephone rang, and the familiar voice bid me good morning from across the world. My brother was calling me early that morning, which was quite unusual. At first I thought something bad had happened with a family member, but he quickly dismissed any tragedy. He proceeded to tell me that someone I knew had been arrested for breaking the law. That same person had tried to bring harm to me and my business just one year before. At the time, I wanted to take justice into my own hands, but God Continue Reading
Hello, Thorn. I Thought You Were Gone.
Passage: 2 Corinthians 12:6-10 Key Verse: “Because of the surpassing greatness of the revelations, for this reason, to keep me from exalting myself, there was given me a thorn in the flesh, a messenger of Satan to torment me—to keep me from exalting myself!” V. 7 The computer screen glared at me, cursor blinking on the empty page. The crippling numbness that has plagued me for months was worse than ever that morning. My thoughts, scattered. Writing had become a mammoth effort, as my brain Continue Reading
When December 2014 Comes…
“So all of us who have had that veil removed can see and reflect the glory of the Lord. And the Lord—who is the Spirit—makes us more and more like him as we are changed into his glorious image.” 2 Corinthians 3:18 (NLT) It’s the same story every January. Gyms are filled with people recommitting to exercise. Health food companies’ profits skyrocket, as dieters rush to purchase healthier food options. We feel compelled to pledge new dedication to our goals and dreams. The New Year seems to Continue Reading
My Gifts to Jesus
I glanced back to the Christmas tree while climbing the stairs on Christmas Eve. The tree skirt was flooded with packages of all sizes. Santa was generous this year. Christmas morning would be filled with joy and laughter. Once again. I realize how very fortunate our children are. How very blessed I am. We have a home. Food on the table. We have numerous Bibles on our bookshelves. We know the Baby in the manger as our Lord and Savior. We have it all. On earth and in Heaven. But I am ashamed Continue Reading
