Monthly Archives: August 2025

Sticks and Stones

Sticks can be used to build a fire. Stones can be used to construct a wall or building. But “sticks and stones” together take on a whole new meaning. Rather than building something helpful or constructive, they typically refer to … Continue reading

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On Guard

As our teenage grandchild visited and we nonchalantly turned on the TV, I was reminded of some good advice from God’s book of wisdom, the book of Proverbs. “Above all else, guard your heart, for it is the wellspring of … Continue reading

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God’s Wonderful Word

Last year I was gifted a beautifully illustrated coffee table rendition of the book of Psalms. This morning, I spent some time soaking in Psalm 119, the longest chapter in the Bible. Today I thought I’d try to summarize its … Continue reading

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Our Heavenly Home:  A New Earth

At the end of May (2025), I wrote about spiritual graduations. Today I thought we’d look at our future, ultimate “graduation” when our new eyes in our new body will experience our new heavenly home, a New Earth. “Then I … Continue reading

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