So are the ways of everyone who is greedy for gain; it takes away the life of its owners. (Proverbs 1:19) What is it that makes us want to own things? Or maybe it’s just me! But I see something pretty in a store and something in me desires to own it, even if it’s not anything I need or… Read More
So he said, “I heard Your voice in the garden, and I was afraid because I was naked; and I hid myself.” (Genesis 3:10) Have you ever heard God’s voice and been afraid? I haven’t actually heard an audible voice speak to me from on high. That surely would frighten me! But I have clearly “heard” God speak to my… Read More
Then God said, “Let there be light”; and there was light. (Genesis 1:3) I love compliments and well wishes. They encourage me, fuel my dreams and motivate me to excellence. In the same vein, wise counsel and sound instruction open my eyes to new perspectives, help me reevaluate my actions, and set me on the right course. Of course there… Read More
“You need to write that book, Kay, because you have something important to say. I know God’s hand is on your ministry.” “You’re a good mom. Your children are blessed to have been raised by you.” “You’re such a good friend. I’m so thankful for you!” What do these three statements have in common, besides the fact that they all… Read More
Usually if I tell someone, “Thanks anyhow,” my sentiment follows an appreciative rejection of what they had planned to do for me or give me. “No, I can’t join you for lunch that day, but thanks anyhow.” Smiles all round. Warm fuzzies floating between us. “Oh, I already have one, but thanks anyhow.” How kind of her! That’s nice that… Read More
For the error bred in the bone Of each woman and each man Craves what it cannot have, Not universal love, But to be loved alone. – from W.H.Auden’s poem “September 1, 1939” Our God-given hungers and desires get us into trouble only when we seek to have them satisfied in all the wrong places. One of our most basic… Read More