He was told in a dream to retreat to a land where his ancestors were once enslaved with fear and degradation; Egypt. But why? That doesn't make any sense. With no significant accomplishments, wealth, or titles to his name; Joseph was just a common, ordinary, Jewish laborer, a carpenter. And while engaged to be married... Continue Reading →
Important Decisions
Who should I marry? Where should I live? Where should my kids go to school? What career path should I choose? How should I invest my money? When should I retire?These are legitimate questions that oftentimes do not provide clear cut answers. So how do we approach making important decisions like these and others?I generally... Continue Reading →
Ready and Willing!
"Ready or not, here I come!" My son loves playing hide and seek. It doesn't matter if we're in the house, outside, or at Walmart. Of course I have to remind him not to get out of sight in public places. I would hate to forfeit any "Father of the Year" honors by being called on... Continue Reading →
Walk by faith
"Walk by faith!" I've seen this phrase penned across coffee mugs. Written on bright colored posters hanging on the wall. I've even seen it tattooed on someone walking barefoot in the sand.The problem is, for those of us who sing its praises, we rarely live up to its hype. Instead, we find ourselves walking by fear, compulsion,... Continue Reading →
How Much Does it Cost?
New toys, new wardrobes, new cars, new houses. Each of these items bear an attraction, level of entertainment, comfort, and beauty that cause us to actively pursue them without much reservation.Without question, our eyes become enlarged and our hearts pump tirelessly in anticipation of receiving these kinds of possessions. However, it seems instead of considering... Continue Reading →
Stranger Danger
Last week was Halloween. And all the well-meaning, responsible adults who were premiering for "Parent of the Year" honors took time to instill two very important principles into their little costumed heroes, princesses, and zombies. The night was adorned by little minions dressed in fine apparel running through neighborhoods collecting candy in their pumpkins, plastic bags,... Continue Reading →
Love Your Neighbor
"Love your neighbor as yourself." Why didn't he say, "love your neighbor like you love your family, your job, your hobby, or your favorite pastime?" He could have named anything under the sun, yet he chose to say 'as yourself.' Because He knows just how much, albeit often misrepresented, we really do love ourselves. Think... Continue Reading →
Like a Child
He laughs. He cries. He begs. He expects. Very seldom does he worry. The credence of this child, his innate dependence upon his father, is deeply woven into the fabric of his soul. Where do we lose this sense of dependence and begin to wander into the world of independence and self-reliance? The place where we no... Continue Reading →
Football Season is Here!
Football season is here! For many people in the South, football is god! I can remember standing on the sidelines and hearing the chant, "Know what to do and DO IT!" Players and coaches spent countless days in the weight room, watched numerous hours of game film, and trained their bodies and minds for the... Continue Reading →
All Things Work Together
How can we believe that "all things work together for good" when life seems so unfair? Doctor's reports and death certificates all indicate terrible circumstances yet God is supposed to be working "all things together for good."First of all, define good. Is good supposed to be comfortable? Pleasant? Enjoyable? Does our definition of good really... Continue Reading →
Kortney Jones 