Words from Colorado

What an incredible understatement! The something, is in fact a someone, really "The One" who animates the lives of those whom He loves, and whom are loved by Him. You can see it in their eyes, the way they look for opportunities to help, the cards they send, the smiles they offer freely ! I suppose other groups experience camaraderie, and a feeling of togetherness. However, there is just "Something" so wonderful about people who have offered their lives, to the one who gave them life in the first place! I am not suggesting it's always that way , and when it is not, it isn't because the Lord does not desire humility, and mutual respect... it's just at times the people we used to be , are the people we act like .... in that moment there is an uneasiness... that only gives way when sin is confessed and hearts are refreshed and filled , with the love of God. Non-believers simply are at times quite critical when a life is given to the Lord. There will be ...

*An interesting cartoon shows a fourth-grade boy standing toe-to-toe and nose-to-nose with his teacher. Behind them there is a blackboard covered with math problems the boy hasn't finished. With rare perception the boy says, "I'm not an underachiever, you're an overexpecter!"   *Today in the Word, MBI, April, 1990, p. 30 In Matthew 21: 18-22, Matthew a redeemed Tax collector (Yes it is possible ) recalls a story that happened in the last week of the life of Jesus . The story at first reading seems odd, out of place somehow. Our Lord experiences an "Unrealized Expectaion" resulting in His cursing a fig tree! If not properly understood, His action seems to be "cruel" as one skeptic opined: "Cursing a fig tree for not bearing fruit in March is not unlike kicking a dog because it can not speak English thereby punishing it for the inability to do the impossible” Here is how Matthew records the event: In the morning, as he was returning to...

“The mediocre teacher tells. The good teacher explains. The superior teacher demonstrates. The great teacher inspires" William Arthur Ward Inspiration is defined as: 1.an inspiring or animating action or influence: I cannot write poetry without inspiration. 2.something inspired, as an idea. 3.a result of inspired activity. 4.a thing or person that inspires. 5.Theology. a.a divine influence directly and immediately exerted upon the mind or soul. b.the divine quality of the writings or words of a person so influenced Dr. J. W. MacGormans's influence, mentoring and inspiration has been apart of my life since having him as a professor during my Masters work at Southwestern Seminary from 1984-1987. He has been teaching since 1948, by the time, I first met him, first heard him, in 1984! He was very gracious, and kind. He would walk into class with nothing more than his Greek New Testament, he needed nothing else! He would then translate the scripture...into English on the spot... ...

She must have captured my heart, with a smile, followed quickly by a hug, so warm, so comforting, so full of tenderness . I didn't know it then (How could I) but that first hug would be the beginning of soothing comfort, wise council, and reassurance that no matter how hard life was...she would be there for me. And to think,it all started with that first hug. Of all the women in the world, how thankful I am that the first woman that ever loved me, was to become the picture of kindness, and concern, and someone who would teach me through the formative years of my life, that to be kind and considerate to others was an essential part of personal development! The first woman that loved this guy... my Mom... Alora. Alora, even the name is classy! You should meet the one who has carried that name all these years! Mom, is the friendliest person I have ever met. With a voice that instantly puts one at ease, you realize that your talking wi...

Pray, pray about it...just pray ! Often in response to a challenging life situation we are be told to pray, or we tell someone else to pray . Does prayer change anything...really? Yes! Prayer changes us : The prayer of a righteous person has great power as it is working ( James 5:16). Great power...working power, affecting change? Yes! Not only does prayer change us... Prayer changes perception: In the book of 2 Kings chapter 6 we read the fascinating account of a Syrian King who was beside himself because the Prophet Elisha knew of his plans to attack Israel (God revealed them) before he could have his plans to harm Israel carried out. So he decides to have the Prophet arrested. When the large contention of soldiers arrive, Elisha's servant is afraid ...the Prophet asks God to change the servants perspective by opening his eyes to the vast protective armies of God, that are usually unseen! Then Elisha prayed and said, "O LORD, please ...

I have been blessed with many wonderful friends in my life's journey. What is a friend? Someone defined a friend as "Someone who rushes in, when the whole world steps out". I like that! Erma Bombeck said "A Friend is someone who does not go on a diet when your fat" ! I thank God for my many friends Ha Ha! I was reminded this week by a true and great friend about the importance of "Living out Loud". His reminder challenged me, it will challenge you. The question is what does "Living out Loud" mean really"? I believe it means making the most of our brief time on this earth by living a vibrant life for the Lord Jesus Christ! "Being like Him, in all things, in this world of all places". OK so...what does that mean? This week I learned that two awesome teenage girls took the time to visit a lady in her 80's leaving behind not only cookies....but a warm and caring act of kindness that made a difference! They were simply ...li...

In honor and memory of my sister Michelle 1969-2009 I miss her most on Fridays when the week has set like the sun and days of leisure beckon like a sunrise. I miss her most on Fridays when a call would set in motion the activities of Friday Night and she would be there I miss her laughter, her warmth, her smile I miss her walking in and filling the room with light and love and hugs I miss looking into green eyes that knew everything about me, and never looked away I miss her turn of a phrase and acute life observations that would leave you doubled over with laughter and gratitude that God placed in your life such real and rare talent! I miss late night talks when she would listen to my dreams and I hers...and the moments were magical somehow. I miss watching her touch life after life that passed by her own, with the utmost grace and kindness. I miss her most on Fridays, and when my time on this spinning globe is concluded, I have this request of God...let me go to be with her ...on a F...