A Five Day Cleanse

“He must become greater; I must become less.” John 3:30 NLT         Have you heard of these body cleanses that are all the rage? The premise is you drink particular juices to purge the impurities from within, so your body will become more efficient and can start anew—healthier.   I quite frankly […]

Marriage Matters: The 3 M’s of Marriage

“May they experience such perfect unity that the world will know that you sent me and that you love them as much as you love me.” – John 17:23 NLT Have you thought about your marriage lately? The other day I was at the grocery store and saw this sweet-looking, older couple shopping in the […]

Tap Out

“Blessed is the man you discipline, O Lord, the man you teach from your law; you grant him relief from days of trouble.”  Psalm 94:12-13 NIV   I picture a referee on his hands and knees, slapping the mat as he counts, “1-2-3-4…”  When he reaches ten, he grabs Jacob’s arm and thrusts it into […]

Heartstrings

Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life. – Proverbs 4:23 KJV It was a lousy day.   Words came from my mouth, piercing and punching at every turn.   I tried to fix the hurt they caused, but pain seemed to flow like a river between her […]