If the Bible gives so many warnings about the dangers of going after money, why do so many Christians spend a lifetime trying to beat the odds?
SIMPLE BASICS for THE FAMILY
March 3, 2012 By 2 Comments
In marriage, mutual exclusivity is vital.
In marriage, mutual excusivity is fatal.
In marriage, mutual accountability is healthy.
Mutual submission is an oxymoron.
O W S
March 2, 2012 By Leave a Comment
I would like to share the following with the Occupy Wall Street folks:
I believe the wealthy should share their money with the rest of us. Here’s how I propose it be done.
1. They have money.
2. I need money.
3. They need some work done.
4. I do the work for them.
5. They pay me money.
6. We’re both happy—their work is done, and I have money to buy food and pay my bills.
7. The process works smoothly, over and over, and it’s beautiful.
8. The government didn’t have to crook a finger—as in, steal our money, give it to people who don’t work, and waste half of it in the process.
9. I guarantee that whenever I work for someone, and they pay me, we’re both going to make sure we don’t waste anything.
Conquered Grapes
March 1, 2012 By Leave a Comment
How did we get Concord Grapes? A little fact and a little fun.
When the Children of Israel defeated Jericho and took over the Promised Land, they had all the “milk and honey” they wanted—plus grapes, so big it took two men to carry one cluster on a pole between them.
Our Father in Washington?
February 29, 2012 By Leave a Comment
If we get used to saying, “Our father who art in Washington, give us this day our daily bread,” how can we expect to pray, “Our Father Who art in Heaven, deliver us from evil”?
Vulnerable
February 28, 2012 By Leave a Comment
This morning I was at the bank in our small town. The moment my transaction was complete, the lights went out. All workers were on break because they could do no business. I stopped at the grocery store on the way home. Their power was out too, and everyone was standing around in the dark by the front windows. No business there either. On the way out I said, “Thought for the day—Welcome to the next 9-1-1.”
Pioneer Days
February 27, 2012 By Leave a Comment
I have often said that I would fit better in the pioneer days of America. When I share that with people, they usually acknowledge the thought and then add, “But they had to deal with life and death on a daily basis.” It was some time before I came up with the response that puts into focus the two different eras. “Yes, the pioneers had to deal with life and death on a daily basis; and so do we—plus a lot of garbage they did not have to deal with.”
Something for Everyone!
February 26, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Howdy,
I am Larry Michalk. Yes, I’m a Texan. I grew up naturally saying “Howdy” long before two of my kids went to Texas A & M where it’s the official greeting.
I paid my dues up north with my last three years of college in Nebraska. Then I paid my dues in the big city of South Florida for seventeen years. For sure I’ve got the record for time spent there by a Texan. Now I’m back where I belong, not far from where I grew up.
I’ll be sharing a variety here—something for everyone—sometimes all over the map—but always returning to the foundation for my life. You’ll see:
A Word For Thought
A Word For Fun
A Word For Everyone
Enjoy—Think—Respond
Love comes Softly!
February 25, 2012 By 1 Comment
I watched the movie again this evening about the pioneer girl pursuing her unconventional dream to be a doctor. Some highlights—she assists the local doctor, partly against his will, is alone with a patient when he dies—totally devastated, saves a young girl’s life with brave surgery when the doctor is gone, helps an old and rich lady with physical therapy after a stroke, is rewarded with her schooling paid for, [Read more…]