It Took Seven Years
1 kings 6:37-38 “The foundation of the temple of the LORD was laid in the fourth year, in the month of Ziv. In the eleventh year in the month of Bul, the eighth month, the temple was finished in all…
Too Important to be made Common
There is nothing quite like spending time with young kids. They have an innocence and freshness about life that inspires me about the important things of life. Both of my granddaughters have a treasured possession. They each gain great…
I Will Give You What You Have Not Asked For
It occurred to me this morning that the most effective prayers go against our instincts. In 1 Kings 3:13, God said to King Solomon, “I will give you what you have not asked for—both wealth and honor . .…
Good Goals for Today
In 2 Kings 2, Solomon is about to take on the most important job of his life. In a few short days, he will be anointed the King of Israel. As with any significant position of leadership, he will…
The Real Goal
“All I want is . . .” I hear this story almost every week as I interact with people. In the hearts of people there is an insatiable desire to attain some goal. It comes with different endings but…
Every Scar . . . a Story
I attended an Easter service last night which was entitled, "Scarred: Healing is possible." In the message, the pastor said, "Everyone has scars and every scar tells a story." The most prominent story that scars tell is, of…
Now I Get It
Tomorrow is Easter and I can feel the amazement and encouragement rising up inside of me that goes along with the resurrection of our Savior. I have the privilege of spending the weekend with my oldest son, his wife…
Work Smarter
Luke 16:8 has always been an intriguing verse, “The master commended the dishonest manager because he had acted shrewdly. For the people of this world are more shrewd in dealing with their own kind than are the people of…
Imperfect Heroes
"Now the tax collectors and sinners were all gathering around to hear Jesus. But the Pharisees and the teachers of the law muttered, “This man welcomes sinners and eats with them.” (Luke 15:1-2) I spent an incredible weekend in Halifax,…
A Note on Grieving
Being a man who likes things to make sense, I am fascinated with what happens when any of us suffers a loss. It may be the loss of a loved one, the loss of productive employment, the loss of…