The Messiah is Busy: Matthew 8 In this chapter Jesus is busy in the lives of people. Matthew shares how the King has compassion for all, especially the least, the rejected, the endangered, and the hurting. First we observe Jesus healing a leprous man who asks to be healed. To have leprosy in Jesus' day … Continue reading Matthew and the Messiah – 8

We are social beings; we need good friends. We need friends who will comfort us, and who will love us unconditionally. We need friends who will correct us and challenge us to grow. The wise man says there is a friend who is closer than a brother (Prov 18:24). In many ways Jesus is that … Continue reading Good Friends

As I was sitting down to write this morning I thought about all that today would bring. Then I considered the importance of just one day and recalled this poem I wrote a few years ago.

A Sermon from the Messiah Pt 3 - Matthew 7 In this last chapter of the Sermon on the Mount there is so much that Jesus teaches that I find it difficult to focus on just one.  I could use six posts expounding each section. We could spend a day on: What the Messiah really … Continue reading Matthew and the Messiah – 7

I recently watched a new report on the best and worst states for quality of life based on a release by US News. Their quality of life index considered both Natural Environment (air quality, parks and recreation areas, etc.) and Social Environment (cost of living, health care, community support, and more). According to US News … Continue reading SQL – Spiritual Quality of Life

A Sermon from the Messiah: Pt 2 - Matthew 6 The Messiah's sermon continues as He instructs about our motivation to be benevolent; We are to give, to help the needy, not to build ourselves up. He teaches about prayer and reliance upon God. He talks about fasting and not demanding others know about your … Continue reading Matthew and the Messiah – 6

Starting today there is something I am going to do. Starting today there is a challenge I have for you. There at four things I want us to practice. Four things that I believe will change the way we are thinking, help us take our thoughts captive, and to have a better life. Replace Worry with … Continue reading Starting Today

Growing up near Pensacola Beach, Florida the sand dunes like the one in this picture were a great place to play king of the mountain.  If you were a child, you know the game.  You climb the hill and defend your territory from all contenders.  The only rule:  do what ever it takes to stay … Continue reading King of the Mountain (or Sand Dune)

I want, no I need your help. I need your help to make changes on social media. I am tired of all the bickering. I am tired of people taking sides and using mems, gifs, spurious new sources, out of context quotes, quibs, and jabs instead of well thought out reasons. All sides of every … Continue reading Help, Please

A Sermon from the Messiah: Pt 1 - Matthew 5 Matthew tells us that Jesus notices the crowds gathered and did more than heal them, He sat down and taught them. Take time to read through Matthew 5 (keep going and read chapters 6 & 7 too). What a message. In this first chapter, Jesus … Continue reading Matthew and the Messiah – 5