As I read a post from our former missionary Pastor, it was like reading a chapter in a great love story. He told how he and his wife met in Bible College and went on to Pastor Churches. He recounted their life together as overseas missionaries in Africa and Europe and how they drew closer […]
My grandson calls me Grandpa-Far-Far-Away, because he lives in Texas, and I lived overseas for all his 11 years. Yes, we visited as often as we could and stayed in contact as much as possible, but we always lived “far-far-away.” That changed when I retired and moved back to Texas. Now I see him quite
When my grandson heard that we were going to camp, he thought we would sleep in tents and have fun in the great outdoors. I knew better and looked forward to spending time with the men of our Church. It was a little out of my comfort zone, but I knew I needed to step
The internet is awash with “positive” websites and messages to “encourage” people and lift their spirits. Before the internet, I remember seeing these kinds of messages on posters in school and later at work. I even saw some in church. These messages make you “feel good.” Norman Vincent Peale gained notoriety for his views on
My wife wanted to try out a new pizza place near our home. I wasn’t that thrilled about the idea and hoped she would change her mind. She didn’t, but I followed her lead. The place was crowded, usually a sign of something good. I immediately noticed all the staff were very young, casually dressed
