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
Fleas have invaded. Finding sanctuary on our dog, they have occasionally ventured from dog to carpet or furniture, and from there, to human. We are fighting a war. To win the war against fleas, one must fight on multiple fronts. Treat the dog – “their “homeland” – then treat all the other places they may
The trash man comes by our house every Monday morning. Since he comes so early, we usually put the trash out on Sunday night. The can waits by the curb for an early Monday morning encounter with the trash truck. At about ten minutes after seven o’clock, the truck comes by and all our garbage is
We have this Kiwi plant that is going crazy. I bet it’s growing as fast as kudzu. I measured one particular sprig of it that is growing up on our back deck and found it grew about three or four inches in just 24 hours! It has already spread from the nearby trellis up to
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
In the springtime, I become more aware of my physical state. I get outside more. I work in the yard, walk, ride the bike more. The activity highlights my physical shortcomings. I used to be in better shape. As I age, things are wearing out. My body (and mind) just doesn’t work as well as
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.
Storms ravaged the Midwest and South yesterday. While it was happening, I was in a jet airplane, flying in the clear skies, high over the top of the raging storms below. But eventually, we had to come down through the cloudy mess and rough winds. It was hard to see. As we landed, snow, rain,
Today I am making a list of things to take to a funeral. All of the things on the list are for friends and relatives; people still alive on this Earth. The person who has passed on is with Jesus, and I am sure, has all she will ever need.