Shame

Definition – noun: a painful emotion caused by consciousness of guilt, shortcoming, or impropriety, a condition of humiliating disgrace or disrepute. (Merriam-Webster) Hearing the word itself evokes thoughts and feelings that make us want to turn our head in another direction. It might be said that there is nothing that grieves the heart of God more … More Shame

Am I A Pawn?

It was 6th grade English, Mr. Lumpsten’s class, where I was introduced to chess. Somewhat strange now thinking back. Mr. Lumpsten, a little eccentric in his own right, taught us chess when we should have been instructed on the finer points of proper grammar. Maybe this is why to this day I have difficulty with … More Am I A Pawn?

Look Daddy!

An encounter with a little girl in a supermarket impacted my life today. What was an innocent, innocuous and chance encounter turned out to change the outlook of my whole day. Here is the story. I went to a local Giant grocery food store yesterday to pick-up a few items. Upon arriving at the checkout … More Look Daddy!

In The Garden

I come to the garden alone while the dew is still on the roses, and the voice I hear falling on my ear, the Son of God discloses. And he walks with me, and he talks with me, and he tells me I am his own; and the joy we share as we tarry there, … More In The Garden

Glorious Ruins

Originally posted on The Ministry of JC:
The world has some pretty amazing landmarks. France has the Eiffel Tower. England the Big Ben. USA the Statue of Liberty. Egypt the Pyramids. Australia the Sydney Harbour Bridge. And these are (to some degree) the face of each respective country. They are all grand sculptures. Incredible works…

Fast, Cheap or Reliable – Which Is It?

There is a somewhat quip and clever motto in the performance automobile enthusiast’s realm concerning car choices and their outcomes. It goes something like this: Fast, Cheap or Reliable Can only have 2. Which are they? Fast & Cheap                    ⇒         Not Reliable Cheap & Reliable           ⇒          Not Fast Fast & Reliable                ⇒         Not Cheap Let’s alter the … More Fast, Cheap or Reliable – Which Is It?