Whoever conceals his transgressions will not prosper, but he who confesses and forsakes them will obtain mercy. Proverbs 28:13 My granddaughter has spent the last few days with me. She is twenty months old and little tornado, intoeverything and quick as lightning. She is learning how toexpress herself and let you know what she wants … Continue reading Turning Away Doesn’t Mean It Goes Away
So the foolish ones went off to buy some oil; and while they were gone, the bridegroom arrived. The five who were ready went in with him to the wedding feast, and the door was closed. Matthew 25:10 (GNT) I had out the buttermilk, flour, and chicken on the counter. I had a taste for … Continue reading Caught Short
Let us, then, hold firmly to the faith we profess. For we have a great High Priest who has gone into the very presence of God - Jesus, the Son of God. Hebrews 4:14 (GNT) I was back on the road again this weekend. This time I visited the Ark Encounter and Creation Museum in … Continue reading Faith as Big as an Ark
Again Jesus spoke to them, saying, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” John 8:12 ESV It was terrific to get out of the house this weekend. Since the pandemic, like most, I have stayed close to home. However, this … Continue reading Stagnant Existence
Schwartz on Duty Keep your heart with all vigilance, for from it flow the springs of life. Proverbs 4:23 My friend sent me a picture of her beloved lab mix Schwartz. In the photo, he was sitting in a chair on her back porch. She explained to me that he sits in it daily and … Continue reading Schwartz on Duty
Don't miss the opportunity to order your copy of Mustard Seeds, Modern Parables. During this time of uncertainty, we should be encouraging one another. If the Mustard Seed has been an encouragement to you, please order a copy for yourself and a friend. You can follow this link to order your copy from Amazon. It … Continue reading Mustard Seeds, Modern Parables
And if anyone forces you to go one mile, go with him two miles. Matthew 5:41 ESV <img src="https://mustardseeds.blog/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/pexels-photo-696680.jpeg?w=1024" alt="Photo by Gabriel Peter on <a href="https://www.pexels.com/photo/landscape-photo-of-road-in-the-middle-of-mountains-696680/" rel="nofollow">Pexels.comPhoto by Gabriel Peter on Pexels.com I was asked for a ride the other day. I was happy to help, and off we went. I thought I was only … Continue reading The Second Mile
The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. Instead, he is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance. 1 Peter 3:9 (NIV) I ran out to Walmart to get a few things for the week. It was about 7:30 pm, and the sky … Continue reading Enduring Grace
Photo by Joseph Redfield on Pexels.com See to it that no one takes you captive by philosophy and empty deceit, according to human tradition, according to the elemental spirits of the world, and not according to Christ. Colossians 2:8 ESV Read: 1 John 4 I dropped by my office the other day, it sounds strange … Continue reading Recognizing Truth
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