Monthly Archives: September 2020

When I lived in Asia and shopped in markets in Hong Kong, Seoul, Manila, Thailand, etc., I was told that all the famous brand names in clothing, jewelry, watches were not authentic. They were imitations of the real thing. I … Continue reading →

LET’S MAKE A DEAL! Christian writer Kimberly Taylor share this incident with us about a conversation she had with her husband Mike in which she used a phrase she bets we’ve all used at one time or another. She was … Continue reading →

I remember reading the word “visionary” to describe an early church saint. But it also came to identify someone with farsightedness and innovation as a visionary. Or as Dr. Martin Luther King stated, “I have a dream.” For instance, for … Continue reading →

GARBAGE IN, GARBAGE OUT! I’m sure you know people who are always thinking negative thoughts even when they hear good news. In fact, one of them might be you. Not only does this affect your way of life, but it … Continue reading →

There are few things that bring a smile to our faces than when someone is thankful and shows their gratitude for what they received. But that smile can be quickly erased by another who is unthankful and exhibits a sense … Continue reading →

DON’T’ BE A VICTIM, BE A VICTOR A lady worshipper shares her story of several years ago when thieves smashed the windows of eight cars in the church parking lot during the Sunday morning worship service. It was devastating. When … Continue reading →

Our pastor, Rick Warren, wrote a beneficial and successful book titled, “The Purpose Driven Life.” But it is hard to get his real message if we don’t understand what purpose means. It begins by realizing how important your life’s purpose … Continue reading →

HIS WORD IS A LAMP FOR MY FEET In the last few weeks, I’ve heard the phrase “Gaslighting” on the news, especially about the current political situation. I always try to keep up with the latest terms so I can … Continue reading →