Devotionals

I have tried to maintain the ability to “check in” when traveling. I have made contact with individuals through a variety of ways. In high school, I occasionally checked in with my parents by phone from a landline. In college, we contacted other drivers by CB radio as we traveled the interstate. In Europe this … Read more

I have had the opportunity for the past year to sing with the Montgomery County Choral Society. One of my favorite songs that we sang in our last concert is titled, “Total Praise.” Here are a few lines from the song: Lord, I will liftMine eyes to the hillsKnowing my helpIs coming from YouYour peace … Read more

I don’t know how many of you are like me, but when I hear a song, I rarely hear the lyrics first. My mind listens to the melody, to the beat, to the flow of the music, and that’s usually what I like first about a song. And yet, despite the importance of melody, beat, … Read more

I took physical training seriously while in high school. Nautilus had just opened up a gym off Midway Road. They were the new, cool thing in weightlifting and offered our high school discounted rates. Their uniqueness was to offer weights on a chain that offered constant resistance, which kept up the resistance through an entire … Read more

My grandmother once received a special gift: a record player! She was incredibly elated, as this was no ordinary device. It was a combination turntable, radio, and CD player. The instructions were written in broken English. They read, “Press button hardly.” While the intent was to indicate that it should be pressed with force, my … Read more

As many of you know, I have been away for a month, training with the Air Force in Montgomery, Alabama at the Basic Chaplain Course (BCC). It was a very valuable time for me. I learned a lot and got to practice many different ministry skills while I was there, and now I am thankful … Read more

We got disappointing news this morning when we found out that our grandson Mason’s heart surgery would be postponed. He arrived at the pre-op appointment with congestion. The medical professionals do not want to go forward with the surgery until he is in his best health. You don’t have to be a dreamer or idealist … Read more

What lifts you up when you are feeling down in your spirit? Maybe you like to take a leisurely walk or do some physical activity. Perhaps a good book or favorite television show helps you to mentally escape. Now, think about the moments, activities, and people that bring you the most joy. Do you ever … Read more

In whom do you trust and what convinced you that he or she is able to help you? My Dad was one of my heroes when I was growing up. I marveled at his ability to tackle anything. I admired his ability to work with people. I trusted him and believed he was able to … Read more

What an interesting Texas “winter” we are having! I believe it may be the warmest November through January that we have had in my nearly four years in Conroe. By this time over the last few years, we had already experienced multiple hard freezes. I moved my plants into my garage weeks ago and feel … Read more