If you have ever been in the midst of a series of thunderstorms, then you have probably witnessed a flood. Flooding and flash flooding is often the result of extended periods of rain in a single location, and it occurs most often near streams or rivers. When it has been pouring for too long and…
If you ever participated in a group project in school or work, then you’ve probably been asked the question, “What can you bring to the table?” When I was in school, I was involved in many group presentations that required each member of the group to contribute to the task. The natural way to begin…
Simon and Garfunkel released a song in 1967 called Fakin’ It. In the famous duo are the lyrics “I’ve just been fakin’ it, I’m not really makin’ it, This feeling of fakin’ it. I still haven’t shaken it.” The sad premise to the song features a man who knows beyond a doubt that he’s faking…
If you have ever accidentally turned onto a one-way road heading the wrong direction, then you’ve probably felt the alarming realization that comes with passing a “wrong way” road sign. It’s not a good feeling. Either you think you’re heading the right way, or you’re just too pre-occupied to know—but whatever the reason may be,…
Like a shepherd He will tend His flock,In His arm He will gather the lambsAnd carry them in His bosom;He will gently lead the nursing ewes. – Isaiah 40:11 When I read this verse, some powerful imagery comes to mind. The shepherd carefully makes his way through the brush. He listens for the telltale sounds and looks for…
If you have ever watched the film Mr. Smith Goes to Washington, then this should hit home with you. If you have not watched the film, then you may want to go watch it before reading this. I would hate to spoil the movie for anyone. With that being said, Mr. Smith Goes to Washington…
One of my all time favorite card games is poker. If you’ve ever played Texas Holdem you know how intense poker can be. It’s fast-paced, the outcome can change in almost an instant, and it involves a lot of risk. The most crucial moment in the game is the moment in which someone places all…
Anger will tell you that you have no reason to praise God because of the hard times you are facing. It will tell you that you have no reason to praise God because of the mess you have found yourself in. It will tell you that God doesn’t care, if you let it. Anger is…
God’s love is amazing. But there have been times when I’ve doubted how much God really loves me. I’ve looked at all my imperfections and shortcomings and thought that perhaps I’ve someone managed to fall out of His love. I’ve peered back at my past, or even my present, and began to believe the lie…