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Remember when we were kids and we wanted a treat? The adult holding the treat always teased, “–and what’s the magic word?” And we’d all jump up and down and yell, “PLEASE!” We have all had situations in our lives … Continue reading →

When my grandson, Zac, was about three, I put safety child locks on my kitchen cabinets. It was hard to get used to the ‘undo it’ deal before opening the cabinets. Again and again, I would grab the handle to open and … Continue reading →

Satan’s job is to find a way, ANY way, to keep me from developing my personal one on one relationship with the Lord.    The devil doesn’t waste his time on trying to lead me away with things that have no effect … Continue reading →

Children love to worship! One Sunday morning, in Children’s Church, one little boy was singing with all his might.  He was jumping up and down, laughing and dancing; all the while holding a toy truck.  With so many children standing close to … Continue reading →

  Have you ever read the safety labels on ordinary household items?  Seriously, these are actual labels off of real products:   Toilet Plunger: Caution: Do not use near power lines Dremel Electric Rotary Tool: This product not intended for use … Continue reading →

After an exhausting first day of school as a first grader, I asked my grandson, Max, what he thought of his teacher.  He said he did NOT like her; he didn’t like her at all.  Surprised, I asked him “Why?” … Continue reading →

My grandson, Max, and I were at Subway ordering our lunch.  After choosing his favorite meat and cheese for his sandwich, Max said, “Wait, one more thing; put ONE slice of jalapeno firey hot pepper inside.”  The clerk looked at … Continue reading →

  Throughout the holiday season, Christians remind each other, “remember the reason for the season.” We see this popular slogan on buttons, cards, posters and stationary.  An increasingly unGodly world has made much effort to take Christ out of Christmas. What is it about a … Continue reading →

The other day, I saw a bumper sticker that stated, “Going to church doesn’t make you a Christian any more than standing in a garage makes you a car.” The statement is very true, but certainly an odd analogy.  The … Continue reading →

  While visiting my son’s family, I was enjoying the company of my 7 year old grandson, Quinlan. Suddenly, he started singing a song:  “Don’t you wish your monkey was hot like me?”  (WHAT?)     When I asked, ‘what’s up with THAT?’ … Continue reading →