Things to think about.
I wish I were a brave man of action like David the warrior. I wish I were a wise decision maker, like Solomon the king. I wish I were a humble leader, like Moses the deliverer. I wish I were a loyal follower, like John the disciple. I wish I were a mighty missionary, like […]
I took our big new truck through a narrow place today. It was a little scary but I made it through just fine. I went very slowly, folded in the mirror, and proceeded with caution. I had to watch closely and be very careful so as to avoid damage. That’s the way it is when you are
I would like to share something I read this week. It’s from George MacDonald’s book, “The Hope of the Gospel.” The language and style might be a little archaic, but the message is wonderful. He is quoting what a true child of God might say about Jesus and the Gospel . . . ‘But to
Our dog Charlie died. It is a sad time at the Spruill house, but I knew it was coming. He wouldn’t stay in the fence. He wouldn’t stay on the run. He escaped from most any collar. If he pushed his way out the door, he would take off running, ignoring our calls and whistles.
On most Wednesday mornings I drag myself out of bed a little earlier than usual so I can meet with two or three other guys from church. We sip coffee, discuss a book we are reading, talk about our lives, and pray for each other. The other day, we started talking about jealousy. If jealousy
Preparing for my next trip to Haiti, I am impressed with the topic of communication with God. It is something I need to learn more about. This approach seems to work pretty well. God shows me something I need to learn and I share my learning experience with others. That said, I invite anyone reading
Last night I dreamed I was a thief. I helped someone steal some building materials. We didn’t get caught, but I felt so guilty I was miserable. I wanted to confess, but I was afraid. It was a nightmare. Guilt was killing me . . . then I woke up. I was so relieved. The
Fire ants are a part of life in Georgia. If you have never experienced them, then all you are missing is a dirt mound full of the meanest, biten’est, hurten’est, most aggressive little insects that ever lived! And unfortunately, they are all over Georgia. You find them just about anywhere there is dirt. They build
Whenever I travel by air, I fight a tinge of I-don’t-know-what while waiting to board the plane. The gate attendant announces for the “elite” travellers to board first. They march right past the rest of us second class travelers and board the plane at will, zipping through the “priority lane” while the rest of us wait
Peace and piece can’t get along very well. If God doesn’t get your whole heart, you end up with a hole in your heart.