Category Archives: An Encouraging Word

Be a Hero

“We can be in our day what the heroes of faith were in their day – but remember at the time they didn’t know they were heroes.” ― A.W. Tozer Lord, I’ve never thought of myself as a hero. But when I look at people in the Bible, most of them were just ordinary peopleContinue reading “Be a Hero”

Hands

HANDS “His eye is on the sparrow, and I know He cares for me.” Hands— large, small,  rough, dirty,  slender, graceful. Hands caress and soothe, Wiping away tears. Hands hit and wound, Cruelly inflicting pain. Hands, black with grime, Skillfully repair engines. Hands, manicured and perfumed, Lovingly arrange the roses. Hands, strong yet gentle, CarefullyContinue reading “Hands”

Planning Our Days

“If we really have too much to do, there are some items on the agenda which God did not put there. Let us submit the list to him and ask him to indicate which items we must delete. There is always time to do the will of God. If we are too busy to doContinue reading “Planning Our Days”

Amazing Grace

Lord, I am amazed by the sacrifice of your son, Jesus. His obedience led to our salvation and eternal life. Even though we have strayed away and been disobedient, His obedience has saved us all. It is truly astounding to contemplate. All praise and glory, to God, the father, your son Jesus, and the HolyContinue reading “Amazing Grace”

The Eyes Have It

The Eyes Have It                As I taught the simple rhythm game, dozens of pairs of dark brown eyes danced with glee. Huge smiles covered the faces of the beautiful children sitting on the floor with me in this church in the poorest section of Matamoros, Mexico. In spite of the language barriers—the children spokeContinue reading “The Eyes Have It”