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I’m my own worst enemy. My nature is to focus on me. But it never ends well. If, with God’s help, I can shift my attention to the Lord, peace invariably comes. Example: Why would… Read More »The Enemy

He doesn’t even know me. But I can’t blame him. I have the nerve to trespass into my back yard and cut my grass. I make all this racket, right up against the privacy fence.… Read More »My Neighbor’s Dog Wants to Kill Me

Plan ahead. Jesus followers know there’s a home for us in heaven. Given this info, prepare accordingly. Love others. Gather treasures. The past is so over. Don’t dwell there. Live for tomorrow.

I’d like to thank you for your kindness. Yesterday I posted a transparent yet self-indulgent narrative about the many insecurities of being criticized for our views (mine) and requesting you kindly refrain from responding, unless… Read More »Thank You

When I post about my dopey opinions, banal movies, or antique music, and you have an opposing view, please graciously scroll past. And by the way, feel free to reflexively roll your eyes and privately… Read More »Handle With Care

Yesterday a friend posted about a bakery selling 4/20 cookies, featuring a funny character with stoned eyes. They were celebrating 4/20, or marijuana day. We now observe a day for pot, hemp products, stoners, and… Read More »4/20

Sorry I can’t hear you. Decades of drums in my eardrums have damaged my auditory nerve endings beyond recognition. Hearing aids help, but they’re being repaired. So for the next few days if you’re talking… Read More »Selective Hearing

Just like a club sandwich requires all the ingredients to be complete, your life needs challenges along with the favor to be whole. So even when your situation seems dire, there’s reason to celebrate. Remember.… Read More »I’ll Have the Joy and Sadness Combo

Not the song. Your need. If you’re feeling down, feeling guilty about it, and now feeling worse, just know that’s the enemy’s goal. He loves to see you down. Depression begets depression. We get bummed… Read More »Emotional Rescue

You’ve heard it before. Listen to Jesus. “The still small voice.” The Holy Spirit. But it’s easier said than done. Your mind wanders. Your head fills with preconceived ideas, past experiences, maybe what you want… Read More »Listen to What the Man Says