Scripture Reading(s) Micah 6:9-16 The voice of the Lord cries to the city— and it is sound wisdom to fear your name: “Hear of the rod and of him who appointed it! 10 Can I forget any longer the treasures of wickedness in the house of the wicked, and the scant measure that is accursed? 11 Shall … Read more
A Lesson in Compassion Her words made me so angry I couldn’t see straight. (For the sake of this article, let’s call this person Leigh Ann.) I wanted to return Leigh Ann’s unkind words and make her hurt. It seemed like every time I saw her, she would make harsh comments about my weight or … Read more
Scripture Reading(s) 1 Corinthians 8:1-13 8:1 Now concerning food sacrificed to idols: we know that “all of us possess knowledge.” Knowledge puffs up, but love builds up. 8:2 Anyone who claims to know something does not yet have the necessary knowledge; 8:3 but anyone who loves God is known by him. 8:4 Hence, as to … Read more
Uplifting News (1/25/2017) Rescued Elephants Get Giant Sweaters to Keep Them Warm “Wildlife SOS, a nonprofit wildlife and conservation organization based in India…staff members designed and created the sweaters for the elephants at its Elephant Conservation and Care Center in Mathura, India.” (Source: http://abcnews.go.com/International/rescued-elephants-giant-sweaters-warm-cold-spell-india/story?id=45036920) Waitress Pays Kind Diners’ Bill, Gets Free Dental Work In Return Paying … Read more
Scripture Reading(s) Nehemiah 8:1-3, 5-6, 8-10 8:1 all the people gathered together into the square before the Water Gate. They told the scribe Ezra to bring the book of the law of Moses, which the LORD had given to Israel. 8:2 Accordingly, the priest Ezra brought the law before the assembly, both men and women … Read more
Mental Health, Social Media, and 27/7 News Having a smart phone has brought some positive changes to my personal life. I can easily access directions when I’m lost – instead of wandering aimlessly around back country roads. I can promote the jewelry items I sell on Etsy on Instagram and Twitter. I can see pictures … Read more