Leviticus 24:22
“The same standard applies both to native-born Israelites and to the foreigners living among you. I am the Lord your God.”
Musings
Diversity
America is called a “melting pot”, and it surely is. There isn’t a nation on the planet that doesn’t have representation, and most have brought family traditions with them. I know our family did. Rick and I are not that far removed from being from across the water. We’re both Heinz 57 variety Americans with …
Matthew 11:28-30
“Come to Me, all who are weary and heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you, and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you shall find rest for your souls. For My yoke is easy, and My load is light.” Jesus
Underground Cell Groups
The news is full of various terrorist attacks around the world. Journalists are currently being targeted. Seventy have been killed by ISIS, not including the staff at Charlie Hebdo, not including the seventeen Iraqi journalists. Saudi blogger Raif Badawi has been sentenced to 600 lashes, 50 a week, for “insulting Islam” by criticizing senior religious …
Proverbs 3:5-6, Romans 8:28, Matthew 5:16
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart, lean not on your own understanding. Acknowledge Him in all your ways, and he will make your path straight. (For) we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose. Let …
Unbroken
Rick and I went to “Unbroken” recently. We’ve both read Laura Hillenbrand’s excellent book, and bought an extra copy to loan out. Louis Zampirini’s story shows the strength of the human spirit to survive and the power of God to enable one to forgive and thrive. We’ve read reviews, and have heard a lot of …
Jesus – Matthew 7:1-2
“Do not judge lest you be judged. For in the way you judge, you will be judged; and by your standard of measure, it will be measured to you.”
Would you know Van Gogh?
I saw an article in our local newspaper the other day, announcing an “Unseen” art exhibit at the community center. The exhibitors are part of an art program available through the Wellness and Advocacy Center which is part of the County Mental Health Division. The group is a peer-run and self-help center. What intrigued me …
1 John 3:18
“Little children, let us not love with word or with tongue, but in deed and in truth.”
Wedding Anniversary
Rick and I got married on December 21, 1969. With all the activities of Christmas, one would think a young couple would pick a less hectic time for a wedding, but that was the only time the church was available. My parents had retired and moved to Oregon and Rick was in the Marine Corps, …