When is it OK, Lord, to choose the "lesser of two evils"? Does it depend on the circumstances? Or is it never really OK? What's the "right" answer? If we define our problem, can we hope to find a solution? "Evil = Profound immorality, wickedness, & depravity, especially when regarded as a supernatural force." "Immorality = Not conforming to...
It's amazing how technology has advanced, Lord! In so many ways! Right now, I'm thinking about cell phones. I got my first car phone in the 1980's. Bulky! Installed to the driver's right. On a post, so my right hand could easily reach its buttons. A hands-free mike overhead. I commuted 75 miles to and from work, along multiple...
She's a dear friend. More than a friend. A Forever Sister. She's seeking You, Lord, like never before. And You're speaking to her, like never before. "For I know the plans I have for you', declares the Lord... 'You will seek Me and find Me when you seek Me with all your heart." (Jeremiah 29:11,13)...
What, Lord? When the plot thickens, just do... what??? We have gone into Self-Defense Mode... cyber-style. Who would have ever imagined we would become -- or, at least, try to become -- Geeks??? Techno Titans??? How else are we supposed to validate what's really going on? Our Internet Service Provider has claimed recently that we...
You were so right, Lord. It's amazing how You empower us to be Your witnesses! "But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be My witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth." (Acts 1:8) Maybe that's why I love...
I know all of Your Promises are true, Lord... even when I don't yet have proof. Because You are Truth. You never lie. Even so, I do love those times when it seems like You go out of Your way to provide Evidence!!! Like today. When our Internet started moving like molasses. At first, it was...
There's no "magic" to numbers... is there, Lord?. But You have made certain numbers special to me. Like Numbe 13. The number many people fear. As if there is some malevolent power attached to it. But for me, Lord -- thanks to You -- it is a number of awesome BLESSING! Like today: September 13. The Day I...
Yes, Lord... This could quickly move into the territory of those delicious (and pesky) bite-sized chocolate treats. A now-famous slogan describes them perfectly. Too bad it was already taken by a potato chip. "Bet you can't eat just one!" Indeed. :( :) But the message You whispered to me this morning, Lord, was about "M...
It's like a Miracle Drug, Lord. How can one "substance" accomplish so many tangible health benefits in everyone who tries it? Reduced levels of cortisol -- the stress hormone -- in the blood. Reduced levels of inflammatory biomarkers in the blood. Increased coherence in heart rate variability patterns. All of which reduce cardiac risk. Stronger immune system. Lower...
We're living it every day... aren't we, Lord? The Ultimate Reality behind our everyday life? Is that why we are so drawn to its digital reenactments in blockbuster hits like Star Wars, The Matrix and The Hunger Games? There is always an oppressive, evil empire with a crueler-than-cruel dictator. There is always a death-like existence for...
