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Agape
Agape Upon the resurrection, and after dinner, Jesus began the process of restoring Peter. The shame of denial hung heavy, and yet, mercy had its way. Jesus asked a very similar question three times to Peter: “Lovest thou me?” Some assume this to be the pathway to reconcile Peter’s three denials, though it seems unlikely […]
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He Sees Me
Gen 16:13 And she called the name of the LORD that spake unto her, Thou God seest me: for she said, Have I also here looked after him that seeth me? When Abraham left Mount Moriah, he called God, Jehovah -Jireh, The Lord will provide. Gideon built an altar and named God, Jehovah Shalom. These […]
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Beauty For Ashes
In Northern Ireland remains the remnants of a major volcanic eruption. While the volcano itself has long since passed, the massive molten basalt rocks stand quietly in the water’s bay. There are an estimated 37,000 polygon columns perfectly measured as if they were handcrafted by human intent. It’s called The Giant’s Causeway; the scene is […]
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See Something, Say Something
Case study is an interesting field. For many years these courses devoured my time. The subject usually revolves around precedent. One particular court ruling often determines future findings. Thus, laws are built upon prior rulings as long as they adhere to the Constitution and conditions presented. In one case, a horrible crime was being committed […]
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Character
In a tragic report, a small sailboat drifted in the night into a turbulent storm. The young sailors unknowingly did not remember to cast their anchor and fell asleep without preparation to the drift. The boat drifted into the unknown. More experienced seaman stated that without the anchor, it is easy to be carried away, […]
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One Day
I am reminded of the word of Alan Oggs: “The difference a Day Makes.” He spoke of his own life and new doors opening up to him. In a single day, the world changed for him. This word also speaks to the exodus of the Children of Israel. Moses was born into chaos. Moses was […]
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We Have A Window
I have lived long enough to know that while the beginning of a thing is celebrated, the ending is what really matters. Old movies depicted as much. The characters waved goodbye and the credits rolled through. A final screen with the words “The End” appeared. Whatever the casts’ displayed; musical score or director’s intent, the […]
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Call For Commitment
Luke 2 records the early life of the Lord Jesus; His earthly father, Joseph, and Mary His mother. In keeping with the Law, Mary and Joseph bring Jesus to the Temple to be presented (Lev.12:3). Upon entering the Temple, they meet Simeon who had been waiting for the “consolation of Israel.” When he saw Jesus […]
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He’s Coming
In consideration of our secular society, it should be noted that agnostic scientists allow for a theoretical “World Clock” depicting the end of time. It began in earnest in 1947 and has been maintained with warnings concerning nuclear proliferation and other global catastrophes. While this school of thought is neither scientifically proven, and may include […]
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Bitter/Sweet
It probably did not take an expert to tell us that milk will spoil a week past its expiration date. The obvious, however, is now not so clearly accepted. Lip-puckering sour fruit may have vibrant colors, but they also come with a punch, e.g., lemons, grapefruit, kumquats, etc. Sweetness holds its own distinction. No one […]