The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and instruction. Proverbs 1:7 (KJV) The beginning of a thing is crucial, as it lays the foundation upon which other necessary things are built. Without a good foundation, an edifice cannot stand for long before collapsing. The first book of Proverbs... Continue Reading →
[103] How sweet are thy words unto my taste! yea, sweeter than honey to my mouth! [104] Through thy precepts I get understanding: therefore I hate every false way. [105] Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path. Psalm 119:103-105 (KJV) Have you ever been in a desperate situation,... Continue Reading →
In medical school, there was a study guide that included a table summarizing the major developmental milestones of a growing baby. Keep in mind that this table already did an excellent job of condensing all you needed to know about these milestones – but I was never quite able to wrap my head around all... Continue Reading →
Stress often comes from trying to control everything: work, family, relationships, the future. We convince ourselves that if we just push a little harder, plan a little better, or sacrifice a little more, things will fall into place.
When I was younger in my faith, I often struggled with the relevance of God's word in today's world. People seemed to live according to their own desires, but when I attended church or read the Bible, it conveyed a message that contradicted the way many professed Christians were living their lives. At times, it... Continue Reading →
In Plain Sight 