Remember, it is sin to know what you ought to do and then not do it. James 4:17 We read a lot about sin when we read our Bibles. We may not even have to be church-going folks to know a lot about sin. Case in point: I didn’t grow up in a church. We [...]
Tag: self-control
The One Thing I Can Guarantee Won’t Scare Her
Stop being angry! Turn from your rage! Do not lose your temper! It only leads to harm. Psalm 37:8 Many mornings and many afternoons I spend my time wresting "monsters." On those mornings when our routine is blown, the "monster" is a frazzled and oversensitive 5 year old boy. But, on most mornings, the "monster" [...]
For the Days You Just Don’t Feel “It”
And the Holy Spirit helps us in our weakness. Romans 8:26 "I will admit. Today has been one of those days when I am just not feeling it…whatever "it" may be." This begins my confession on Sunday morning to a congregation of kids, teens, and adults, all waiting for me to pray for the remainder [...]
Sin in a Gold Wrapper
For he satisfies the thirsty, and fills the hungry with good things. Psalm 107:9 If you take a good look at the picture of one of the now several candy buckets we have in our home-our constant reminder of Halloween-you will see something is missing. It is the chocolate and caramel covered cookie that comes wrapped [...]
Straight Up: Messy Truth 