“I shall not leave you…I will come to you.” John 14:18 / A Story of Two Women, Part I

This is a story about my Mom and her friend, Vi.  Both ladies have gone to their reward, but I believe their story has profound meaning for us so I’ve decided to share it with you. The story is somewhat long,  so I’ve broken it into two posts.  This week’s installment is Part I.  We’ll … Continue reading “I shall not leave you…I will come to you.” John 14:18 / A Story of Two Women, Part I

“…Thou shalt love one another as thyself.” Matthew 22:40 // The Story of Two Women, Conclusion

Last week I began the story of my Mom and her friend Vi.  This week we conclude their story and explore lessons we can take away from it.  In case you missed it, I suggest you go back and review Post 68 from October 4, 2019, before you read this one.  They are two pieces … Continue reading “…Thou shalt love one another as thyself.” Matthew 22:40 // The Story of Two Women, Conclusion

“But seek first…his righteousness…” Matthew 6:33 / Righteousness

Depending on the translation, the Bible mentions Righteousness between 500-600 times.  It is spoken of in both the Old and the New Testaments.  Scriptures in the Bible continually encourage/admonish us to be “righteous.” “Whoever pursues righteousness and love finds life, prosperity, and honor.” [Proverbs 21:21]  Jesus said, “For I tell you, if your uprightness (also … Continue reading “But seek first…his righteousness…” Matthew 6:33 / Righteousness

“Come to me…” Matthew 11:28 / The Invitation

Invitation Suppose you found a cure for cancer, not just one kind of cancer, but all cancers.   With one medication, you could wipe the scourge of cancer from the human experience forever.  Wouldn’t that be wonderful?  I certainly think that it would. And what if you could make the cure available to everyone?  Anyone would … Continue reading “Come to me…” Matthew 11:28 / The Invitation