Posted in wisdom on Jun 29th, 2017
Now this is engaging thought….
“Wisdom flows from the wise like a bubbling brook.” (Proverbs 18:4)
When we share life-tested truths with others who are thirsty in their hearts and minds, we become the vessels God intends.
Learn from His Word. Live for His purposes. Love helping people. Become the brook that refreshes others.
As always, I love you
Martin
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Posted in Bible on May 10th, 2017
The crowd told Jesus that they needed to see more miracles before they’d believe He was from God (John 6:30).
It wasn’t enough for them that His past teachings and miracles had verified His Messianic status.
They wanted to call the shots not unlike an idol-worshipper falling at the feet of something crafted as a self-serving pseudo-god.
Jesus […]
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Posted in wisdom on Apr 24th, 2017
“A wise woman builds her home, but a foolish woman tears it down with her own hands.” (Proverbs 14:1)
I’m grateful that my Mom, Phyllis Drummond, was a wise woman. All of her children are active in church, have kids who love the Lord and are successful at building good relationships with their kids and with […]
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Posted in generosity on Mar 24th, 2016
Financial problems are as old as mankind.
Even Cain got in big trouble because he thought he didn’t have enough wealth to do what he knew was right with respect to worship offerings.
When we fret over our finances, we become vulnerable to making poor choices.
That’s why the words of Jesus to His followers recorded in Luke […]
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Posted in endurance on Feb 5th, 2016
Like you, I’m saddened by the erosion of Bible-based morality in our communities that is even seeping into some congregations.
But I’m far from discouraged by it.
You see, this just serves as a reminder of the opportunities we Christians have to shine as lighthouses toward a darkened ocean.
Do I like that increasing numbers of people don’t […]
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