Happy Memorial Day 2023

Today is Memorial Day.  Most of us really do not know the real meaning of this holiday, just that it’s a 3-day weekend.  Let’s take a look at why we celebrate this Holiday. Memorial Day commemorates the men and women who died while in the military service of their country, particularly those who died in battle or as a result …

Memorial Day: Honoring the Past, Celebrating the Future

This week I would like to talk a little about Memorial Day.  What is Memorial Day and why we celebrate it.  Memorial Day is an important holiday observed in the United States, dedicated to remembering and honoring the brave men and women who sacrificed their lives while serving in the military. Let’s take a closer look and explore the celebration …

Friendship

I would like to take a look at Friendship this week.  Friendship is a powerful bond that can bring joy, support, and a sense of belonging to our lives. It is a relationship that can withstand the test of time and adversity. When it comes to friendship, we often seek companionship with those who share our values, beliefs, and interests. …

Happy Mother’s Day…

Mother’s Day is a special day dedicated to celebrating and honoring mothers all over the world. It is a day to recognize and appreciate the selfless love, sacrifices, and hard work of mothers in raising their children. Mother’s Day is celebrated on different dates around the world, but in the United States, it is celebrated on the second Sunday in …

Under Fire…

This week I would like to share some amazing facts about pinecones. I’m always amazed how God designed the things of this earth. The pinecone is an example of this.  When we think of burning pinecones, we often associate it with the warmth and comfort of a cozy fire. When a forest fire rages many of the trees are killed.  …

Love…

This week I would like to take a closer look at one of the greatest verses in the Bible.  John 3:16 is one of the most well-known and often quoted verses. It is a powerful and concise statement of God’s love and the gift of salvation through faith in Jesus Christ. The verse reads, “For God so loved the world …

On Loan…

This week I would like to take a look at ownership. God has given us many physical possessions. He has been very generous to each of us. Most of us have cars, homes, food, personal possessions that we use every day. We may not have everything we want, but we have everything we need. We are surely Blessed. Let’s take …

Did you take your Vitamins Today?

I hope everyone had a great Easter week celebrating Jesus’ victory over death and His resurrection. This week I would like to explore some of the reasons to do a daily devotion and why we should do them.  For myself, my morning devotion is like taking a daily vitamin, it nourishes my soul and helps me start my day with …

Good Friday

Good Friday is one of the most important days in the Christian calendar as it commemorates the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ. It is observed on the Friday preceding Easter Sunday, and it marks the end of the Lenten season. Good Friday is a solemn day, and it is a time for reflection, repentance, and prayer for Christians around …

Happy Easter 2023…

This Holy Week I was thinking a lot about Easter.  Our world has changed so much in the last few years. A couple of years ago, this country was in a lock down and all Easter events were canceled by our government.  We have gone from no events to almost back to where we were before the covid pandemic. What …

What is Palm Sunday?

Palm Sunday is an important Christian holiday that falls on the Sunday before Easter. It marks the beginning of Holy Week, which culminates with the celebration of Easter. Palm Sunday commemorates Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem, as recorded in the Bible. The Bible tells us on this day, Jesus rode into Jerusalem on a donkey while a large crowd waved …

Churches…

This week I would like to speak a little about our churches. When we hear the word church, we usually think about the actual building. The dictionary defines church as “a building for public worship.” It may surprise you to know that there are over 4,000 recognized religions in the world.  Wow… with that many religions there has to be …

Lighthouses…

This week, as I was looking at some lighthouse photos, I started to think about the design and purpose.  This is a single building, towering from the shore, that warns ships of danger, and guides them safely to their home port. Even when the visibility is poor, it sounds the warning with its foghorn.  I started to think about our …

St Patrick’s Day

Friday is St. Patrick’s Day. This week I would like to take a closer look at this holiday. It’s not just about wearing green or celebrating our Irish heritage.  St. Patrick’s Day, celebrated on March 17th each year, is a cultural and religious holiday that commemorates the life and legacy of Saint Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. The holiday …

Do Others See Christ in you?

I was thinking this week about how others look at you and your faith. We are being watched by our friends and neighbors every day.  They are looking at how we respond to the life events that happen around us. For some of these people, you may be the only way they will ever see God’s love. But the question …

Duct Tape… The Fix…

“Duct Tape… The Fix” is a short story written by me a couple of years ago. This story is about how you can fix almost everything with duct tape. I hope you enjoy it. “Duct Tape… The Fix…” Early one Monday morning two young men came into a small restaurant. After they were seated a discussion started about how to …

Caution: God at Work!!!

This week I would like to talk about a couple of things that God is doing in the world right now. First – I know we have been praying for those who survived the earthquake in Turkey. Please keep praying as a couple aftershocks of 6.3 happened a few days ago. The death toll is over 40,000 people so far. …