As I was reading this morning Matthew chapter 5 verses 11 and 12 reminded me that the insults we face are actually a sign we're on the right path.Matthew 5:11–12 (NKJV) says, "Blessed are you when they revile and persecute you, and say all kinds of evil against you falsely for My sake. Rejoice and … Continue reading Thoughts from Matthew 5:11-12
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Morning Thought – 18 Apr 2026
As I was reading this morning this verse was laid on my heart."Preserve my life, for I am holy; You are my God; Save Your servant who trusts in You!"Psalm 86:2Imagine yourself standing on the edge if a cliff, the wind whipping around you, threatening to push you into the abyss below. This abyss represents … Continue reading Morning Thought – 18 Apr 2026
I can see again!
I'm happy, happy, happy! I just put on my new glasses and everything snapped back into focus. Faces, colors, the words on a page, saw lines, all the things I’ve been missing for awhile are suddenly clear. It feels like a small miracle.Being able to see clear again reminded me that God gives vision in … Continue reading I can see again!
Thoughts from Ecclesiastes chapter 2
I'm sitting at my woodbench this afternoon finishing up on some crosses for West County, thinking about what I read this morning in Ecclesiastes chapter 2. Solomon, the wisest and wealthiest king, tried it all, laughter, wine, building projects, and accumulating wealth. His conclusion? It is all "Meaningless! A chasing after the wind." You know, … Continue reading Thoughts from Ecclesiastes chapter 2
Global Bible Month – Day 1
Folks, I thought this 30 day challenge was going to be easy for me. Read the chapter and talk about a couple verse that stood out to me. Well, that didn't happen today because James chapter 1 is full of wisdom for our daily lives. So, I'll just start at verse 1.James begins by telling … Continue reading Global Bible Month – Day 1



