Archive for January 2023

This is a Day for the saints of God to take seriously what it mean to follow Jesus in serving the Father in the power of the Spirit. It is a walk that separates one from the world and even from much of what is known as “the Church.” A walk that separates one unto…

Judging by the response on Facebook, that Jan. 13 post wasn’t inspired by Dale Carnegie’s HOW TO WIN FRIENDS AND INFLUENCE PEOPLE! Or by an article like “How to build a big church full of happy Christians.” Maybe though, inspired by Ezekiel, Jesus, Paul or John. If you don’t like the title, please know that…

This was sent by a sister-in-the-Lord who hears God in the moments of the day. A devote Jesus follower and a grandmother, we share the sense that troubles are coming to America in spite of what many declare. This collaborates with my Jan. 11 post, “And Then You Will Know. . .”.  She writes: IN…

An allegory, long, but best read in one sittingKen Stoltzfus, Winter 1978-79* I – A Beautiful Young LadyA beautiful young lady  who seemed to be perfect in every way  was captured by a vicious and wicked man  who took her away into captivity. A strong young man knew of her beauty and worth  and determined…

I am intrigued by the 40+ times in Ezekiel that God said something like “then you will know that I am the Lord.”  He would do certain things, either blessing or judgment, to remind them that He was the Sovereign God. Read it. We were created for God’s glory. That is, to show His supremacy…

I sit in my quiet spot and ponder, “What WAS it about Elaine that I miss so much?” Why AM I so lonely? I can cook well enough to survive. It’s not with her touch but it’s okay. I can now do the wash, and that’s not too bad either. (FYI, the average American washes…