Remember the wedding where Jesus turned water into wine? In that culture of honor and shame, running out of wine would have been a significant embarrassment for the father of the bride. So Jesus’ mom, Mary, goes to him, asking what seems to be a totally innocent observation, “They have no more wine.” But hersContinue reading “Jesus’ patience with his mom – Fruit of the Spirit: Patience, Part 2”
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Better to be a late bloomer, than a flash in the pan – Fruit of the Spirit: Patience, Part 1
I recently started using my phone to pay at the store. At the checkout, all you have to do is double tap on your phone’s fingerprint sensor, hold the phone up to the credit card reader, wait a second for the lights to flash green, and you’re done. The receipt comes flying out of theContinue reading “Better to be a late bloomer, than a flash in the pan – Fruit of the Spirit: Patience, Part 1”
The agony of waiting – Fruit of the Spirit: Patience, Preview
In December my daughter turned 16, and we went to the PennDOT Driver’s License Center at East Town Mall so she could take her permit test. We walked in the front door, and she received her number from the receptionist. At the far side of the large waiting room, we found seats near the bankContinue reading “The agony of waiting – Fruit of the Spirit: Patience, Preview”
When it seems like God isn’t keeping his promises – Ezekiel 12, Part 4
In the previous post, we talked about how frustrating it can feel waiting on God. Maybe you know the feeling. You want to be faithful to God, but you are waiting and waiting, and it doesn’t seem like God is keeping his promises. God has been telling the people in Ezekiel’s day that destruction isContinue reading “When it seems like God isn’t keeping his promises – Ezekiel 12, Part 4”
Are you feeling frustrated waiting on God? – Ezekiel 12, Part 3
Does it seem like God is not keeping his promises? Maybe you wonder, for example, if Jesus is going to return, like he said he would. Or maybe you wonder when Jesus is going to return. Why is he taking so long? There are many teachings or promises in the Bible that we can wonderContinue reading “Are you feeling frustrated waiting on God? – Ezekiel 12, Part 3”
Clothe yourself with gentleness and patience – Colossians 3:12-17, Part 3
Last week we ordered a book on Amazon, and it was at our front porch in 24 hours. I often think about what my 16 year old self would think of the world in 2021. Much of the world is the same, but there are some notable differences in the past 30 years. One ofContinue reading “Clothe yourself with gentleness and patience – Colossians 3:12-17, Part 3”
Follow up to Saying “No” to Yourself
So how has it been going saying “No!” to yourself? After my story about Turkey Hill Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Ice Cream, I had one person buy my two containers of it! Come on, people! I’m trying to say “No!” to myself too. I guess you felt the need to help me grow some self-control.Continue reading “Follow up to Saying “No” to Yourself”
Saying “NO!” to yourself
It is one of the hardest things to do. When there is chocolate peanut butter cup ice cream in our freezer, it is nearly impossible. When U2 releases a new album, it basically IS impossible. What is it? Self-control. Patience. Two of the most difficult words in the English language. How many of you struggleContinue reading “Saying “NO!” to yourself”
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