Just me trying to be honest with God.

Plow a straight line unless a crooked one would be better. Be relevant to each situation.

There is great wisdom in knowing when to do what. Be mindful of what is going on around you, and contribute goodness to it. Do not be rigid, but relevant, unless of course the circumstance would be served best by being rigid.

“There is an appropriate time for every activity, and there is a time of judgment for every deed.” Ecc.3.17 “Conversations Within” ts 11/20/25



“I once was lost, but now I’m found.” John Newton

I tweak Shaw’s famous quote. Life isn’t about finding yourself, or creating yourself, it is most importantly about finding who God created you to be. Each of us is endowed with gifts and talents. Use what God has entrusted to you, and discover one of life’s purposes and who you are designed to be.

"For we are God's handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works". Eph.2.10 “Conversations Within” ts 11/18/25



Gratitude isn’t an occasional, or seasonal activity, it is the ambiance of the person who finds fellowship with God to be life’s greatest treasure.

 How precious is life, and never more precious than when we raise our hearts in humble thanksgiving to the One who loves, and has blessed us with so much. May Father walk into the kitchen of our hearts and smell the aroma of thanksgiving.

“Bless the Lord O my soul, let all that is in me bless His holy name.” Ps.103  “Conversations Within” ts 11/25/25






“Listen to the music!” The Doobie Brothers

Is there any medium in all the world that can compare to the power of music to stir one’s soul? I am so grateful for such a precious gift. It is one of those extras in life, and as someone rightly said, “It is only goodness that gives extras.“ I listen to it every single day, and rise with its melody to the spiritual heights of joy, and learn to dance with delight before the Lord.

“To you, O LORD, I will make music.” Ps.101 ESV “Conversations Within” ts 11/18/25



"Denial ain't just a river in Egypt" (1931 newspaper competition)

I need to first understand and truthfully accept what is, before I can put energy into what can be. The truth sets us free, but only when we walk in its light. And walk we must, if we are to see the transformation God desires for us.

“Whatever is true… dwell on these things.” Phil.4 “Conversations Within” ts 11/12/25