Monthly Archives: October 2013

God Glasses

I think I need God-glasses. He clearly sees things differently than I do. From my perspective, situations can sometimes seem wearisome. People, at times, can be exasperating. I have a tendency to wonder, why can’t everything in life just line … Continue reading

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Seeking the Lord

Awhile back, I watched a documentary video about communist oppression in Eastern Europe during the 1960s. Some people hid for years in the forests. Underground dens, camouflaged huts, elaborate warning systems, and many other ideas kept them hidden from their … Continue reading

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The Great Cloud of Witnesses

I’ve been reading through the book of Hebrews lately. The eleventh and twelfth chapters have long been favorites of mine. I am especially fond of Hebrews 12:1-2. “Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let … Continue reading

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Rules, Rules, Rules

When I was younger, I had a tendency to chafe against rules. I wanted to do things my own way. I wanted to set my own boundaries, or, better yet, not have any boundaries. I didn’t want anyone telling me … Continue reading

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