Charles H. Spurgeon wrote about a conversation he had once with a friend of his. His friend was an old plowman, or farmer, who lived in the country. He would sometimes visit with the old man who was very simple, yet often said some precious and profound things. One particular day, he had this to say: “The other day, sir, the Devil was tempting me and I tried to answer him; but I found he was an old lawyer and understood the law a great deal better than I did, so I gave over and would not argue with...
Charles H. Spurgeon wrote about a conversation he had once with a friend of his. His friend was an old plowman, or farmer, who lived in the country. He would sometimes visit with the old man who was very simple, yet often said some precious and profound things. One particular day, he had this to say: “The other day, sir, the Devil was tempting me and I tried to answer him; but I found he was an old lawyer and understood the law a great deal better than I did, so I gave over and would not argue with...
My Morning Routine
September 5, 2022 in Encouragement & Prayer, Family LifeA man without ambition is dead. A man with ambition but no love is dead. A man with ambition and love for his blessings here on earth is ever so alive. – Pearl Bailey I thrive on structure and schedules. My life has...
Let’s talk mental health!
August 24, 2022 in Encouragement & Prayer“Mental health problems don’t define who you are. They are something you experience. You walk in the rain and you feel the rain, but, importantly, you are not the rain.” — Matt Haig I fought therapy for so long. I was spending my...
Broken Vessels
July 28, 2022 in Faith & Heart, Family LifeWe receive and we lose, and we must try to achieve gratitude, and with that gratitude embrace with whole hearts whatever of life that remains after the losses. ― Andre Dubus I never would have said that my life was difficult. I have...
Kingdom of Heaven
July 4, 2022 in Faith & HeartBut Jesus said, ‘Let the little children come to Me, and do not forbid them; for such is the kingdom of heaven — Matthew 19:14 It seems that we continue to argue over women’s rights and her decision to choose. As Christians and...
Live Love Forgive
June 20, 2022 in Faith & Heart, Family LifeI think the first step is to understand that forgiveness does not exonerate the perpetrator. Forgiveness liberates the victim. It’s a gift you give yourself. — T. D. Jakes My Story These past two weeks have been a whirlwind of chaos and medical confusion....