9 “I have loved you even as the Father has loved me. Remain in my love… 12 This is my commandment: Love each other in the same way I have loved you.” John 15: 9; 12 I really love the idea of ... Continue Reading
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Life of More
There are people in the world who say “If my family could have 3 meals a day, then I’d be happy” or “If I could just make $50 USD a month, then I’d be happy” or maybe even “If evil people would stop ... Continue Reading
Envy
Light Pollution Map 11 Not that I was ever in need, for I have learned how to be content with whatever I have. 12 I know how to live on almost nothing or with everything. I have learned the secret of ... Continue Reading
Doubt
My most favoritest disciple is Thomas. I also like Nathan with his condescending comment of, “Does anything good come out of Nazareth?” I can relate to that with my regrettable jadedness. Yet, ... Continue Reading
It’s A Life
I don’t like It’s A Wonderful Life. I don’t say this with pride or with the passive disdaining fury of a hipster (what does that even mean?). The reason I don’t like it is the movie taps into a ... Continue Reading
Comparison
Comparison is something we do every day. I go to the grocery store and I compare onions (the firmer one is better). I also compare people. I’ll usually pick the more athletic person for a sport, and ... Continue Reading