Recently there as been a lot of news coverage about Nadya Suleman aka the "Octomom". What is her motivation? Why keep having so many kid when she can barely support the ones she has? One interviewer addressed those questions. Her response was essentially that she was trying to fill a void in her life. Apparently … Continue reading What’s the Point?
Don’t Worry
The Big Guy is usually pretty laid back, take things as they come type of person. I am not. I do not like change or the unknown. Worry is a problem for me. I try not to worry but it is a struggle for me. One scripture passage that has helped with struggle is Philippians … Continue reading Don’t Worry
Miracle Cross
Saw a commercial on T V the other day for a "miracle cross" necklace. The ad claimed that the entire "Lord's Prayer" was inscribed on a tiny crystal cross. It seems by simply viewing a "miracle" one's faith would be strengthened. Further, it would be an inspiration to others. In my not so humble opinion, … Continue reading Miracle Cross
No Whining
When I read the Bible there are some verses I'd just like to skip. Phil 2:14 is one of those verses. We are commanded to do things without complaining. That is one passage I'd just like to skip sometimes because I'd rather whine. Instead, I need to embrace the passage. What passages are hard for … Continue reading No Whining
Providence
Jimmy at Keeping it Simple wrote a post recently inspired by the actions of Chesley B. Sullenberger, pilot of U.S. Airways Flight 1549. Sullenberger was able to safely land in the Hudson River. Surprisingly, everyone on the flight survived. As I read Jimmy's post and listened to news reports, one word came to mind: Providence! … Continue reading Providence
Thoughts on Atonement and Grace
Today is Yom Kippur, which literally means Day of Atonement. In Leviticus 16:29-30, a day is set aside to for humans to atone for offenses committed against God. The Day of Atonement does not include offenses committed against other humans. It is necessary to restore relationships with other humans before approaching God. Yom Kippur is … Continue reading Thoughts on Atonement and Grace
The Little Things
A friend sent me a link to this clip by Louie Giglio. It is amazing. God uses even the smallest things to show us the Supremacy of Christ. 15He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. 16For by him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible … Continue reading The Little Things
The Dee Zone 