Then Jesus said, “Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you. Let me teach you, because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy to bear, and the burden I give...

“Therefore, my brothers, you whom I love and long for, my joy and crown, that is how you should stand firm in the Lord, dear friends!” Philippians 4:1 NIV Have you ever stood on a shaky stool or ladder? Or struggled getting your footing on a wet, muddy trail? It’s certainly not a secure feeling, when falling...

“Dear friends, you always followed my instructions when I was with you. And now that I am away, it is even more important. Work hard to show the results of your salvation, obeying God with deep reverence and fear. 13 For God is working in you, giving you the desire and the power to do...

Our pitbull Pharroh always looks like he wants to have our bird Happy Face for dinner. And look at Izzy (my son’s dog) licking his lips. LOL!  It’s amazing what a “screenshot” can capture. I took a video of these 3 pets – and then “screenshot” this photo. The lesson: what looks like lunch for the...

You must each decide in your heart how much to give. And don’t give reluctantly or in response to pressure. “For God loves a person who gives cheerfully.” And God will generously provide all you need. Yes, you will be enriched in every way so that you can always be generous.  2 Cor. 9:7-8 (NLT)...

While studying for messages in our series, Inside Out, Paul’s love for and message to the church in Philippi is remarkable. Love, humility and unity are important ingredients in developing healthy relationships. Philippians 2:1 gives us the foundation for our relationships to be sturdy and less sticky.

Finally, at 62 years young I started learning jiu-jitsu. My instructor is 61 years young, and I am humbled to experience his vibrant, youthful example. We start our training with warm-ups … oh my! I feel like our warm-ups are the main part of class, because I could be “done” at that point. Being able...

Oh my! After I got home from church last Sunday, I got my blood pressure unit out, strapped that cuff on, took a relaxing breath, and pushed “Start!” If you were at church, you witnessed me taking my blood pressure (standing up, mind you 🙂) and my reading was like 155 over 96! Thank God...

I’m still pondering last Sunday’s message in our new series: Inside Out.  Do you remember this passage from Proverbs 4:20?  My son, pay attention to what I say; listen closely to my words.   Do you recall the picture I used from Robert Morishige? His place where he connects with God?  A few of you text me your pictures of places you connect...

It was dark, about 9:30 PM, while walking my 2 dogs, I thought a sharp branch pierced my foot. I brushed my foot with my hand to rub off the pain, but the pain felt different.