"The world is a looking-glass and gives back to every man the reflection of his own face. Frown at it, and it in turn will look sourly at you; laugh at it, and with it, and it is a jolly, kind companion." (William Makepeace Thackeray 1811–1863)It is amazing how two...
"The insolent ridicule me without mercy, but I don't budge from your revelation." (Ps 119:51, MSG)I was so excited! I could finally see (See: I cannot see! Dragon Tramps or Kingdom Heirs, Part 3)! I was finally able to read anything my teacher wrote on the blackboard!...
What do we do when we face the impossible? How do we react when hope has completely fizzled out? Where do we turn when we are at the end of our rope?We can learn so much from an unnamed man living in Jesus' day. He caused quite a commotion when he asked Jesus'...
For godly grief produces a repentance that leads to salvation without regret, whereas worldly grief produces death. 2 Corinthians 7:10In Beaumont, Texas, there is a fine school: Baylor University.You may have heard of the school, but you probably haven't heard about...
Have you ever dreamed about breathing your last breath? It sure gives you a different perspective on life!…As I was hovering above my body, wondering what had happened to me, I couldn't help but notice those standing beside my body, mourning. Some had tears in their...
After a stressful day at work, it felt good to get home, put on my slippers, and lay down in my recliner with a book. The one I had in my hand this day was entitled: "How to Pray in Peace." I couldn't wait to start reading it. I wanted my heart to fill with the peace...
The story is told of a young man who wished to marry the farmer's beautiful daughter. He went to the farmer to ask his permission. The farmer looked him over and responded, "Son, go stand out in that field and I'm going to release three bulls, one at a time. If you...
