Sunshine, lollipops and rainbows

Sunshine, lollipops and rainbows

In the dark ages, before communications became instantaneous and ‘multiplicitous,’ curious things happened when a young man’s ‘fancy turned to love.’ Some were motivated to drive hundreds of miles on a Friday evening to see their beloved, only to make the return trip...
The Knot Holes of Life

The Knot Holes of Life

 Amid the many big moments in our lives, there is one that defines and determines the course ofall the rest: the moment (or slow-dawning realization) of our salvation. Then there are theother moments (probably millions of them!), less impactful, but worth recalling...
Sign Here

Sign Here

My mother is remembered for her many folksy expressions, sometimes offering creative new additions to the dictionary. One of these is in response to the question: ‘Would you like any more to eat?’ –  to which she would respond: “No thanks. I’m sufficiently...
A Tale of Two Students

A Tale of Two Students

Consider the High School senior who has established a 4.0+ GPA, has participated in sports or drama or music or committees, has maintained a positive influence on peers, has been on the Dean’s List for the first three years. He/She has applied to four colleges, has...
Lost for Words

Lost for Words

If ever our souls were fully awakened to the vastness of our Jesus inheritance, they would most certainly beg for a respite, a halt to the sheer volume of pure excellence streaming in, washing over them. Like a child at his birthday party, in the excitement of the...