Thoughts on shopping, drinking and other touchy subjects

“Walk by the Spirit and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh.” Gal. 5:16 Howard Hendricks, my favorite seminary professor, wisely said, “You need to say no to something every day.” When is the last time we said no to: getting the last...
Cursing My Cancer

Cursing My Cancer

Geneva’s Story: I was diagnosed with colon cancer in my late 40’s after having a colonoscopy. A picture of the tumor was given to me and the doctor explained that the tumor was too large to remove during the procedure because it was the size of an orange....

Security Systems

“If you make the most high your dwelling – even the LORD, who is my refuge – then no harm will befall you, no disaster will come near your tent.” Psalm 91:9-10 We go to great lengths to secure our homes and possessions with sophisticated security systems. We carefully...

Boundaries

“The boundary lines have fallen for me in pleasant places; surely I have a delightful inheritance.” Psalm 16:6 I don’t know about you, but drawing boundaries with my time or in relationships is a constant challenge. Presented with many good needs and opportunities, it...

Do Your Boundaries Love or Self-Protect?

“Hatred stirs up conflicts, but love covers all offenses.” (Proverbs 10:12) “What is love? Baby don’t hurt me. Don’t hurt me. No more.” As I have been reflecting on what to write about love this month, I cannot get this high school song from Haddaway out of my head!...