Bad Things and Good People
Bad things happen to good people, but there is a plan for a happily ever after.
Teresa Ford
Speak No Evil/Hear No Evil
Are our thoughts, words, and deeds acceptable in God’s eyes? Or do we only behave ourselves in public?
The Bare Necessities
Recently, a meme that I saw stated that, according to science, we humans need at least four basic elements to survive: water, air, food, and light. That’s fairly accurate, but if you do minimal research, you’ll discover that there are varying opinions, scientific and otherwise, on the exact necessities of life. Most sources agree that …
Sweet Home Alabama
My husband grew up in Florida and I grew up in Mississippi. We met in Georgia when we were both “early middle-aged,” and shortly thereafter, we retired and moved to Alabama. We are often asked why the heck we moved to the Cotton State. After all, the word “Alabama” is usually prefaced by …
Wisdom From Above
King Solomon, the son of David and Bathsheba, was purportedly the wisest man who ever lived, and he had much to say about foolishness and wisdom. Three books of the Bible are generally attributed to him–Proverbs, Song of Solomon, and Ecclesiastes. These three books and the additional books of Job and Psalms make up what …
The Forgotten Founding Father
Today marks the 246th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence at the Second Continental Congress in Philadelphia on July 4, 1776, and although year 245 has been a rocky one, the American Experiment has held strong, although there are those who would debate that final clause. a brief 4th of July quiz …
What’s Your Golden Calf?
The children of Israel angered God when they created and worshipped a golden calf. Are we worshipping our own golden calves?
What the Grawlix!?
Most of us have heard that we shouldn’t take the Lord’s name in vain. But what does that really mean?
Freedom
Memorial Day is about remembrance. It’s about an appreciation for the lives that were dedicated to our American freedom.
Covered With His Feathers
These words from Lamentations have never rung more true for me than this week: Because of the Lord’s faithful love we do not perish, for His mercies never end.
How to Be a Christian
If you’re short on time, but need a quick overview of Christianity, look no further than the Book of James.
What’s Up With Those Methodists?
Is there a connection between Old Testament prophecies and what’s happening in the United Methodist Church? The short answer is yes.
High School Senior Prank Shows Genius
The reaction to a senior prank by students from two rival Alabama high schools has been prolific and laughable. It also demonstrates
O Happy Day!
When we were growing up, my brother and I never got Easter baskets. Easter meant going to church and getting new Easter clothes. Our parents (actually, we just blame Mom–sorry, Mom) wanted to instill in us that Easter was not about rabbits or chocolate eggs, but rather about the resurrection of Jesus. We understood …
The Path to Wisdom
The wisest king who ever lived was King Solomon. How can we be as wise as Solomon?
Walking to Jerusalem
A couple of weeks ago, I wrote about Jesus’ final journey to Jerusalem (Road Trip!). In summary, Jesus started that final trip in a great crowd, but when He made His final steps, He was alone. Of course, we know that the cross was not the end of the story, and with the Resurrection, …