Picturing a Psalm of Ascent

Psalms 24 The earth is the LORD’s, and everything in it, the world, and all who live in it; for he founded it on the seas and established it on the waters. Who may ascend the mountain of the LORD? Who may stand in his holy place? The one who has clean hands and...

Recounting Wonderful Deeds 

Scripture: Psalms 9:1, 2   “I will give thanks to the LORD with my whole heart; I will recount all of your wonderful deeds. I will be glad and exult in you; I will sing praise to your name, O Most High.”   Reflection: I spent some time with my 2-year-old grandson...

Routine Maintenance  

  One of the most life-changing purchases a man can make for himself is that of a good grill or smoker. I have enjoyed countless meals of steak, ribs, chicken, and Thanksgiving turkey, bathed in that beautiful, rich hickory flavor, all thanks to my smoker. It has...

Humility Inventory

Scripture: I will bless the LORD at all times; his praise shall continually be in my mouth. My soul makes its boast in the LORD; let the humble hear and be glad. Psalms 34:1,2 “Likewise, you who are younger, be subject to the elders. Clothe yourselves, all of...

Problem Prayers

Scripture: “Keep on praying and guard your prayers with thanksgiving.” — Colossians 4:2 “When you call me and come and pray to me, I will listen to you.” — Jeremiah 29:12   Reflection: I listened to a friend pray that other day. I have grown accustomed to him...