Category Archives: Books of the Bible

“His Work”

Absorbing God’s Word “As long as it is day, we must do the works of him who sent me. Night is coming, when no one can work.” John 9:3-4 Applying God’s Word A few weeks ago, I wrote about praying with … Continue reading

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“It’s a New Year”

Absorbing God’s Word “I meditate on your precepts and consider your ways. I delight in your decrees; I will not neglect your word.” Psalm 119:15-16 Applying God’s Word Louise and I just finished “Catechism of the Catholic Church In A Year” … Continue reading

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“No Room”

Absorbing God’s Word “She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no room available for them.” Luke 2:7 Applying God’s Word It was 1976 and my late wife Joanne and I were involved in … Continue reading

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“Third Generation”

Absorbing God’s Word “Finally, all of you, be like-minded, be sympathetic, love one another, be compassionate and humble.” 1 Peter 3:8 Applying God’s Word It was a short one-hour flight. Louise and I whispered a short prayer to have someone sit next … Continue reading

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“Seventy Seven”

Absorbing God’s Word “Not everyone who says to me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only the one who does the will of my Father who is in heaven.” Matthew 7:21-27 Applying God’s Word I just turned 77 years … Continue reading

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“Take Heart”

Absorbing God’s Word “Jesus turned and saw her. “Take heart, daughter,” he said, “your faith has healed you.” And the woman was healed at that moment.” Matthew 9:22 Applying God’s Word Last week, my daughter, Jackie, called me noticeably upset. Her doctor indicated that she … Continue reading

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“Thanksgiving”

Absorbing God’s Word “This is my command: Love each other.” John 15:17 Applying God’s Word This Thanksgiving was the first time our family has had an opportunity to all be together since Covid. It was awesome! More than ever, I … Continue reading

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“Trailblazer”

Absorbing God’s Word “And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the Lord’s people.” Ephesians 6:18 Applying God’s Word Angelina, … Continue reading

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“The Notary”

Absorbing God’s Word ”My son, do not let wisdom and understanding out of your sight, preserve sound judgment and discretion.” Proverbs 3:21 Applying God’s Word Louise and I were recently referred to a local title company to have some legal documents … Continue reading

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“Soroptimist”

Absorbing God’s Word “Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.” 2 Corinthians 9:7 Applying God’s Word Up until a couple years ago, I knew … Continue reading

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