Since my youth, O God, you have taught me, and to this day I declare your marvelous deeds. Even when I am old and gray, do not forsake me, O God, til I declare your power to the next generation, your might to all who are to come. Psalm 71:17-18
This morning I came across an old fortune from a fortune cookie that I had kept in my wallet “sometimes traveling to a new place leads to a great transformation”. I’m sitting in the lobby of a busy hotel in New Orleans it’s a beautiful day sunny and in the 70s I see folks checking … Read more
DECEMBER DESPAIR AND THE HOPE HE BRINGS Somewhere in the world tonight A mother’s lost her baby A husband’s lost his wife A child has lost her brother A young man has lost his life How can it be? These things that cause such grief? I pray You, Lord, look down and … Read more
“You turned my wailing into dancing; you removed my sackcloth and clothed me with joy, that my heart may sing your praises and not be silent. Lord my God, I will praise you forever.” Psalm 30: 11-12 When I read that verse, I’m reminded of Minnie Pearl’s trademark statement (yes, I’m that old). Her declaration: “Howdy! I’m just so glad … Read more