April 1
“Fools mock at making amends for sin.” (Proverbs 14:9)
It grieves me now to think of my past. Many sins I recall quite painfully. Others I have conveniently forgotten, I’m sure. How aout you?
I thank the Lord for grace and redemption. I have asked the Lord's forgiveness for each and every offense I remember and for those I don’t. I know God has forgiven me. He knows my heart and that I truly have repented forthese sins. The Lord says:
“I say to you there is joy in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner who repents.” (Luke 15:10)
Thursday, March 31, 2011
An Old Mercedes
March 31
It is a 1975 Mercedes 230 gas-operated four-door sedan, dark green. I bought this motorcar from the original owner when it was 19 years old. It has now been eight years, a move to Florida, two weddings and 35,000 miles. I know I’m not being a good steward of my God-given resources pouring more money into this sedan. Am I becoming too attached to this car? I sell it and buy a used American-made van.
“Lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is there your heart will be also.” (Matthew 6:20-21)
It is a 1975 Mercedes 230 gas-operated four-door sedan, dark green. I bought this motorcar from the original owner when it was 19 years old. It has now been eight years, a move to Florida, two weddings and 35,000 miles. I know I’m not being a good steward of my God-given resources pouring more money into this sedan. Am I becoming too attached to this car? I sell it and buy a used American-made van.
“Lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is there your heart will be also.” (Matthew 6:20-21)
Tuesday, March 29, 2011
March Madness
March 29
Connecticut is facing the Duke Blue Devils, the heavy favorite, for the national college men’s basketball championship. My wife Joy, kneels next to the TV “ Lord we pray for a UConn win. We claim it.”
I think, “what will she think when UConn looses.” Oh you of so little faith.
The game is a thriller. In the last six seconds Duke turns the ball over twice (explain that) and UConn wins, 74-71.
I only know of one person who had the faith to claim victory before the game.
“And whatever things you ask in prayer, believing, you will receive.”
(Matthew 21:22)
Connecticut is facing the Duke Blue Devils, the heavy favorite, for the national college men’s basketball championship. My wife Joy, kneels next to the TV “ Lord we pray for a UConn win. We claim it.”
I think, “what will she think when UConn looses.” Oh you of so little faith.
The game is a thriller. In the last six seconds Duke turns the ball over twice (explain that) and UConn wins, 74-71.
I only know of one person who had the faith to claim victory before the game.
“And whatever things you ask in prayer, believing, you will receive.”
(Matthew 21:22)
Monday, March 28, 2011
Army Rifle Range
March 28
“Lieutenant " he said:” it is 0605. and the Captain says get your (bleep) out to the range the best way you can.” I went to the pit area and found the field sergeant had everything under control. Thank God for sergeants. At noon the Captain with arms folded addressed all officers. “The first round was to go off at 0800," he says pointing a finger at me, "The only one ready at 0800 was our pit officer."
My life commander tells me to be ready. I don’t want to be sleeping when He comes again. Are you ready?
"Be ready, for the son of Man is coming at an hour you do not expect.”
(Matthew 24:44)
“Lieutenant " he said:” it is 0605. and the Captain says get your (bleep) out to the range the best way you can.” I went to the pit area and found the field sergeant had everything under control. Thank God for sergeants. At noon the Captain with arms folded addressed all officers. “The first round was to go off at 0800," he says pointing a finger at me, "The only one ready at 0800 was our pit officer."
My life commander tells me to be ready. I don’t want to be sleeping when He comes again. Are you ready?
"Be ready, for the son of Man is coming at an hour you do not expect.”
(Matthew 24:44)
Saturday, March 26, 2011
Early Morning Class
March 27
I am running late again for my 8 a.m. journalism class when the traffic slows for a dead deer in the road. When I enter the classroom. I blurt out, "sorry I'm late, there was a dead deer in the road." After class my instructor tells me, " Don’t state why you are late, just sit down.” The next class I came in late and sat. After class my instructor says, "I owe you an apology. I thought you made up that deer story but that night I saw a picture in the newspaper of that deer in the road."
"The tongue of the wise uses knowledge rightly, But the mouth of fools pours forth foolishness." (Proverbs 15:2)
I am running late again for my 8 a.m. journalism class when the traffic slows for a dead deer in the road. When I enter the classroom. I blurt out, "sorry I'm late, there was a dead deer in the road." After class my instructor tells me, " Don’t state why you are late, just sit down.” The next class I came in late and sat. After class my instructor says, "I owe you an apology. I thought you made up that deer story but that night I saw a picture in the newspaper of that deer in the road."
"The tongue of the wise uses knowledge rightly, But the mouth of fools pours forth foolishness." (Proverbs 15:2)
Friday, March 25, 2011
A Box of Oranges
March 26
We discuss bringing oranges from Florida to visit family in Tucson. I say I’ll pick some up. At noon I’m visiting the Sarasota Bay Rotary club. The president asks if this is my first visit to the club. I know their tradition is to give away a crate of oranges to a first time visitor who came the furthest distance. I’m making up from Hartford. But I’ve been here before so I shake my head no. It turns out there are no first time visitors. He presents me with me the box of oranges.
"Lying lips are an abomination to the Lord, but those who deal truthfully are His delight." (Proverbs 12:22)
We discuss bringing oranges from Florida to visit family in Tucson. I say I’ll pick some up. At noon I’m visiting the Sarasota Bay Rotary club. The president asks if this is my first visit to the club. I know their tradition is to give away a crate of oranges to a first time visitor who came the furthest distance. I’m making up from Hartford. But I’ve been here before so I shake my head no. It turns out there are no first time visitors. He presents me with me the box of oranges.
"Lying lips are an abomination to the Lord, but those who deal truthfully are His delight." (Proverbs 12:22)
Thursday, March 24, 2011
Quality Guy
March 25
When Michael Jordan retired from basketball he came to spring training with the White Sox in Sarasota. Don, an ex-Nike rep and Michael play golf. No press. At one green a small boy with a pad stands with an old man. Michael signs it. "Now you can tell your schoolmates that you saw Michael Jordan," The man says "My grandson is blind." Michael drops to his knees, takes off his baseball cap and with the boy's hands in his, runs them over his face.
"Now you can tell your friends you felt Michael Jordan's face and it is ugly."
“Therefore whoever humbles himself as this little child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven.” (Matthew 18:3-4)
When Michael Jordan retired from basketball he came to spring training with the White Sox in Sarasota. Don, an ex-Nike rep and Michael play golf. No press. At one green a small boy with a pad stands with an old man. Michael signs it. "Now you can tell your schoolmates that you saw Michael Jordan," The man says "My grandson is blind." Michael drops to his knees, takes off his baseball cap and with the boy's hands in his, runs them over his face.
"Now you can tell your friends you felt Michael Jordan's face and it is ugly."
“Therefore whoever humbles himself as this little child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven.” (Matthew 18:3-4)
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