What happened to good conduct?
What has happened to the word “conduct?” I recall when I was a young man growing up, the word conduct was often mentioned in...
Priorities
What are priorities? Where have they gone? Are they still important? Can they change your life? What effect do they have on you and...
Columnist thanks readers for their “thankfulness” responses
Let every day of your life be a day of thanksgiving and praise to God. God is so good to us. He supplies all our needs.
Give thanks
Recently, I have been paying closer attention during my conversations with others. I notice many people I talk to seldom mention their blessings. Most...
Fill in the Blank
As you read today’s column, I would like you to fill in the blank, and then if you have time respond to me by...
Think About It
PRAYER
We all know that breathing is essential to stay alive. Praying is also essential to stay spiritually alive.
Prayer time is not always easy for...
Think About It: You can make a difference
It is always a real source of encouragement to be around a person who makes a positive difference in your life. These kinds of people have a special way of making your day better and brighter.
Quietness
The holiday season is upon us now, and many people will entertain family and friends in their homes. With much company comes much noise.
It’s...
GOD’S COMFORT
As a retired minister I have officiated at many funeral services and tried my very best to bring comfort to those who mourn. During the death of my sister, I was reminded, as I have reminded others, of the great comfort of God to each of us.
Think About It: A Good Summer
I cannot believe how quickly the summer of 2011 passed by. It seems like just a few weeks ago that we planted our garden, and now it is all gone and cleaned up for another year.