Wednesday, August 28, 2024
I LOVE the book of Ecclesiastes. In many ways, it feels like the most “human” book in the Bible. The author is surveying the world and pointing out how the world just doesn’t make sense! Injustices happen to good people; people who work hard to save up their wealth often die before they enjoy it;… Read more
Tuesday, August 27, 2024
Our world usually tries to keep sacred and secular apart. Especially with music. Religious songs are meant to be sung in church, secular songs are out in public. But sometimes the sacred actually fills up the secular. Sometimes sacred songs rise on the Top 40 chart. Consider these: “When The Saints Go Marching In,” made… Read more
Monday, August 26, 2024
Have you ever found yourself thinking that “When I get _______ then I’ll feel satisfied,” or “When I become __________ things will be better.” The Olympics have wrapped up now and I think we can all agree that those athletes have a lot going for them. They’re Olympians! They are the best of the best!… Read more
Friday, August 23, 2024
Knowledge is good, but there is a vast difference between “knowledge” (having the facts) and “wisdom” (applying those facts to life). We may amass knowledge, but without wisdom our knowledge is useless. We must learn how to live out what we know. Solomon, the wisest man who ever lived, gives practical insights and guidelines for life. Read more