Good morning: Every day for months, dump trucks and construction vehicles have rumbled down the street past church heading for a major building project nearby. At times those trucks have been going far above the 25 mph speed limit. It’s dangerous to runners, bikers, and children walking to school. However, I’ve hesitated in contacting the…
Good morning: My wife and I were searching Airbnb listings for an upcoming trip. We found dozens of possibilities, and of course each one claimed that it was the cleanest and most comfortable lodging anywhere in the area. Which rental would you choose? Like most people, we began reading the reviews of those who had…
Good morning: Many of us are very good at making a big deal out of very small things. Has the question of who tracked in dirt on the kitchen floor ever escalated into a major argument? Could one rude customer service rep ruin your entire day? Have you berated yourself for a week over a…
Good morning: Have you called a friend this morning, texted Mom and Dad, emailed a son or daughter? We like to stay connected with others. But have there been times when you didn’t reach out because you didn’t want to bother someone or because you didn’t think they could help with the situation you were…
Good morning: Bright sunshine, cobalt blue skies, flowers of every shape and hue, warm breezes bringing the smell of freshly mowed grass, and the sound of birds happily chirping in trees. There is so much of God’s creation for our eyes, ears, and other senses to take in and absorb during these summer days. Who…
Good morning: When you opened your eyes this morning, did you thank God for what you saw? Probably not. It was likely the same bedroom walls you see every day. But think of what a gift sight itself is. To see color, objects, the smiles of loved ones, and the variety and beauty of God’s…
Good morning: “Why should I empty the dishwasher? I did it last time. Why should I volunteer for the committee or sign up to mow the lawn again when there are plenty of people who haven’t done anything? I’m not going to stay late at work. It’s someone else’s turn this time.” Even the most…
Good morning: Before making a purchase, do you check the reviews on Amazon? Do 10,000 positive comments convince you to buy the product? Do you base your choice of vacation lodging on what others are saying on Tripadvisor? Countless polls tell us that 60% of Americans agree with a certain viewpoint. 90% disapprove of something…
Good morning: “You don’t know what you have until it’s gone.” That expression is a sad commentary on human nature. It’s so easy to take God’s blessings for granted or even complain about them, rather than thank Him for His undeserved love. When was the last time you thanked God for our nation? The Bible…
Good morning: I think all of us at one time or another, and likely many more than just one time, have said, “I don’t understand why God…” It’s usually prompted by something like a natural disaster which sweeps away homes and leaves survivors traumatized. It might be something more personal: disappointment over a prayer not…