Set Free to Grow

Set Free to Grow

One of my favorite things to do is to shop at a farmer’s market. The selection of fruit and vegetables along with the unique crafts from vendors make it a unique experience. Fruit is a metaphor that is used in the Bible multiple times to represent growth and new life....
Get Off of My Lawn!

Get Off of My Lawn!

I hate weeding my yards. I will mow and edge all day long but asking me to get on my knees and pull weeds is unbearable. The problem is that if I don’t pick them, they begin to infest the lawn I spend so much time on. Pretty soon the grass is all choked out and it...
Unconditional Love

Unconditional Love

Have you ever done something dramatic to show your love to someone? Maybe you proposed to your spouse in a romantic setting. Perhaps you went to great expense to help out a family member. Whatever it was you wanted to show them how much you loved them. Did you know...
The Struggle with Self-Control

The Struggle with Self-Control

There has always been a debate in the church about how much alcohol a Christian is should drink. There are loud voices on both sides offering their opinions. The real issue is those who are struggling with alcoholism and overindulgence of food. There is a significant...
Secret to Success

Secret to Success

There is no shortage of books and articles that tell you how to be successful. Now success can happen in many areas. Most want to be rich or famous, but some want to be an expert in their field. If you read any material, they will usually tell you that you have to set...