I don’t remember what the trigger was, but suddenly a thought occurred to me and it stuck: Alpha is the difference between ‘prying’ and ‘praying’. Take a look – it’s right there, or not, and makes all the difference. Alpha is the Greek name for the letter A. It is also one of the names …
Metaphors, parables, material roots for exploring devotional ideas.
Dishwasher Inspections
I’ve been inspecting dishes as I unload the dishwasher for many years now, perhaps you do too. The thing is, the jets in that machine are fabulous at what they do, washing many dishes at the same time, but there are a few food bits that can hang on until they get some special attention …
For the Love of Dog
You’ve heard of the differences between cats & dogs – that cats are independent and aloof, whereas dogs are pack animals, loyal and social to a fault. Interesting, isn’t it, that by simply reversing the letters, you get ‘god’….hmmm…. I’ve been in daily contact with a 2yo Golden Retriever. When I am the only human …
Foundations
“Don’t stomp so much!” Well, with 200 lbs coming down on a size 9 1/2 wide, usually at a moderately brisk pace, it’s a little tough to step lightly. The worst is hard heels on a wooden floor – it takes all I have to not run for the carpeting because the sound is so …
Meaningful Passage(s)
More constant than the beauty of Heaven or the horror of Hell is the fact that the Divine Creator knows my language and chooses to use it to communicate with me. He has been careful to remind me that He knows me, more intimately than any parent, sibling, friend, spouse or child ever could.