I have so many rich memories. The places I have been, the experiences I have shared with family and friends all overwhelm me. I see a photo and I try to remember being there, to slow it down and take more of it in. My hope is that in all of it, God has been and will be glorified. Sharing life with Him has been, and continues to be my greatest adventure, and the enjoyment of my life.
“It is to my Father’s glory that
When considering if something is wrong or right, we could simply ask if it is healthy or unhealthy? More often than not, whether I should do something is easily answered by asking, does it promote health in body, soul, and spirit or not? Of course the sure method is to ask if God condones it or not.
“May you
I smile with
“God was in Christ reconciling the world to Himself, not counting their trespasses against them, and He has committed to us the word of reconciliation.” 2Cor.5.19 Conversations Within” ts Sep 17, 2026
If we consider doing something, there are times when we should just do it and do it now. The best chance to get it done is to act on it without delay. Wisdom encourages us to live lite, and prune everything that hinders starting right away.
"Look, now is the favorable time! See, now is the
When I express gratitude, I want it to be with my actions, not just my words. When I take stock of God’s blessings over my resources I can give generously to others in need. I can also use my time and talents to advance the cause of His love in the world. Lord grant that I make a point to do this every single day so that when I give thanks you will know that I mean it.
“Like clouds and wind without rain is a man who boasts of a gift he does not give.” Pro.25 ESV Conversations Within” ts
Live life from within. The body is passing, the soul is eternal. Wake to life in the Spirit, and give priority to all things spiritual. Never be a slave to the body, rather make the flesh the servant of the soul. Jesus would wake us to His reality.
“The Spirit gives life; the flesh counts for nothing. The words I have spoken to you—they are full of the Spirit and life.” Jesus Conversations Within” ts
Just because someone disagrees with my point of view does not mean that they hate me. Just because I disagree with someone else’s point of view does not mean that I hate them.
“Love bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, and endures all things.” 1Cor.13 Conversations Within”
I am reminded every day of two things, “I am a great sinner and Christ is a great savior.” I do not need to try and sin, it comes naturally. I have made my peace that the struggle will continue as long as I am in this place. I am also at peace knowing that forgiveness is always offered.
“What a wretched man I am! Who will rescue me from this body that is
There are times when we all lose in this life. Jesus assures us that losing our lives for His sake will become gain. I find great comfort in the knowledge that every sacrifice is met with an even greater reward. He speaks of course not about the rewards of hire, but the rewards that naturally follow love.
“whoever loses their life for my sake will find it.” Jesus Conversations Within” ts Sep 10, 2026
When I think about commenting on some current affairs, I am realizing more and more that it would not only be wiser, but better if I don’t. Why should I add to something that is already weighed down and divided by so many opinions?
“Let all that I am wait quietly before God, for my hope is in him" Ps.62
When I count my blessings, one is to have been raised and belong to a tribe that still knows wrong from right. It is a quiet knowing with no need to argue or press it on another, because underneath is the peaceful knowledge that the God and Father of Jesus is the Sovereign over it.
“Woe to those who call
Prayer is an attitude as much as an act. And, whether conscious or unconscious, prayer is the life breath of every child of God. Like physical breath, unconscious prayers are the mainstay, not just our conscious prayers. Communication is after all so much more than words, prayer no less.
“Pray without ceasing.” 1Thess.5 Conversations Within” ts
It is good for me to remind oneself that “All have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God.” I am a part of the “all.” I have sinned too many times to count. Who am I to condemn another? No one measures up. I certainly do not. Jesus teaches me to attend to my own sins before I even think about another's.
“And why do you look at the speck that is in your brother’s eye, but do not notice the log that is in your own eye?” Jesus Conversations Within” ts
Humility enables us to express love in two directions, one is acting justly the other is loving mercy. When this happens our energy merges them into the singular dynamic of love’s goodness. We can be both just and merciful at the same time.
“He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the LORD require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.” Micah 6.8 Conversations Within” ts Sep 5, 2026
There are times when I feel helpless witnessing all the sufferings of the world, then I am gently reminded by the Spirit of Jesus, “Ask and it will be given to you.” Merge into the flow of this blessing to the world. Ask Him!
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We can breathe on purpose, but we will continue to breathe even when we are not conscious of it. This is how prayer can be for the child of God. Prayer is an attitude as much as it is an action.
Pray without ceasing. 1Thess.5 Conversations Within” ts
Some of the best conversations are the ones without words where two souls are joined in silent understanding, a nod of knowing, and agreement--two people on the same page.
"Pray without ceasing.”
I am convinced that God wants partners not pawns. In the matter of prayer, we often think we must wait on God, but the truth is that He is probably waiting on us just to ask HIm.
“For the eyes of the LORD run to and fro throughout the whole earth, to give strong support to those whose heart is blameless toward him.” 2Chron.9 Conversations Within” ts Sep 2, 2026
My desire has always been for my children and grandchildren to have a mature inner life and experience all that God is for them in Christ. I pray that they would choose to live, not only on temporal bread alone, but on every word coming from His mouth, and that the love of Christ be the dynamic that defines their journey, and its light, joy and peace, their constant companions
“And it is my prayer that your love may abound more and more, with knowledge and all discernment, so that you may approve what is excellent, and so be pure and blameless for the day of Christ.” Phil.1 Conversations Within” ts
Rise every morning and accept the challenge to live for something bigger than yourself. It helps to remember we never arrive in this place, there are always chores that need doing every day. But when you are on the Kings highway, and on the Kings business every chore is rich with eternal purpose.
“Not that I have already obtained all this, or have already
A large part of healthy living is simply to continue. Once you find the path of goodness, stay on it. Abide. See to it, every evening, every morning.
“Abide in me, and I in you! Apart from me you can do nothing." Jesus Conversations Within” ts
Realization is the perfect work of endurance, and it happens by showing up every day. Be as steady as sunrise, as reliable as waves on a beach. Keep at it. Never quit. Rest when you need it, but return and stay with it.
“Let endurance have its perfect work…” James 1 Conversations Within” ts
Love as Jesus taught it is understood to be actions that bring goodness and benefit. Of course the person we are trying to benefit, may not see it so. They may even accuse us of not loving them at all. Jesus loved the rich young ruler, and told him the truth, but the young man refused what Jesus said. Today, Jesus may even be accused of hating the man.
“Jesus, looking at him, loved him, and said to him…go, sell all that you have and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven; and come, follow me.” Disheartened…he went away sorrowful, for he had many possessions. ” Mk. 10 Conversations Within” ts
I remind myself every day that my only hope is that Jesus died for my sins, and declared that the penalty for them has been paid. As far as God is concerned, “It is finished.” There is nothing owed, the transaction is complete. The gospel is good news indeed!
"For whenever our heart condemns us, God is greater than our heart, and he knows
I can cheat, lust, and covet all in my thought life. Jesus made it clear that we can sin just by thinking about doing something. A reverent regard for God--the fear of the Lord, is nurtured in us when we recognize that even our most private thoughts are known to Him.
“Nothing in all creation is hidden from God's sight. Everything is uncovered and laid bare before the eyes of him to whom we must give account.” Conversations Within” ts
Arthur comes to visit me every night, wakes me, then keeps me awake. After a few days of this, I am learning to sleep and dream about pain. At least I sleep, and when I finally get a good night's sleep, I wake up thinking, "absence really does make the heart grow fonder". I can honestly appreciate how sweet sleep is. Add a little more sweetener to my nights Lord.
"When you lie down, you will not be afraid; yes, you will lie down and your sleep will be sweet." Prov.3.24 Conversations Within” ts
