Years ago when Starla and I were taking our kids to the optometrist for their annual eye exam, the doctor called us in and gave us his report on our daughter Summer Star. She was about 11 or 12 years old at the time. He explained to us that either […]
I have Scars!
“Scar” is the word of the day. This word will make sense if you continue reading. How many of you have a scar? Do you hide it or do you show it off? A lot of people like to show their scars. It’s like a badge of honor. It shows that […]
You are a Masterpiece!
You were handmade by God. You weren’t the accident of an atomic explosion or the result of two individuals in love. You were handmade by God. Everyone knows the difference between something that is handmade or mass produced. Which one has more value? The handmade piece for sure. Whether it […]
Out with the old, in with the new!
The year is coming to an end. Tomorrow will begin a brand new year. You have an opportunity to start over fresh and new. Do not let incomplete tasks keep you from trying again. Don’t let missed opportunities keep you from trying again. Don’t not let a goal that you […]
Achieve More!
Everyone needs these three things to achieve more. Acceptance Affirmation Accountability Everyone who achieves anything in life, ordinarily has these three factors working for them. I know I did. All throughout my life I have had people in my life who accepted me for who I am, affirmed what they […]
True Love is Sacrifice!
Today’s word is sacrifice. Recently, my oldest son Kolt, was watching a dinosaur movie with his two sons Kanon (4) and Maverick (2). In the movie the family of Dinosaurs were being threatened by a fire. The Daddy Dinosaur came back to save his family only to find that […]
It Is Finished!
I was in the flower beds this morning pulling weeds. Can I tell you how much I hate weeds?But all the family are coming to my house Sunday for Easter lunch. So I have to make sure everything looks as nice as I possibly can. We will try to squeeze […]
Fruit of the Spirit
How can I live out the fruit of the Spirit in my daily walk? How can I demonstrate the fruit of the Spirit today? Galatians 5:22-23 says, “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23 gentleness and self-control.” Here’s what it looks like today. Love- Choose […]
Find Your Voice!
Well, it’s been a long time since I had laryngitis. But today, I could hardly speak at all. So I spent most of the day in silence. Which was not a bad thing. Especially for the people who usually have to listen to me talk. I’m sure they were glad. […]
Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus!
A Hindu trader once asked a missionary in India, “What do you put on your face to make it shine?” With surprise the man of God answered, “I don’t put anything on it!” His questioner began to lose patience and said emphatically, “Yes, you do!” All of you who believe […]