"Although the world is full of suffering, it is full also of the overcoming of it." Helen Keller

 I am inspired by animals who never feel sorry for themselves, or complain. In fact I have seen a blind dog playing joyfully in a rain puddle. I can choose gratitude over grumbling. I can choose to patiently endure the suffering of this life as I wait with all creation for the parting of the clouds.

“For the creation waits with eager longing for the revealing of the children of God…in hope that the creation itself will be set free…and obtain the freedom of the glory of the children of God.” Rom.8 Conversations Within” ts Oct 7, 2026

“Nothing stays the same, nothing remains static. Which way a thing changes depends on you.” Neale Donald Walsch

If I want to manage my disappointments, I should probably reconcile myself with the fact that things in this place never stay the same. What was once a great place to visit, or a great place to eat may not be so the next time I go. Sometimes the experience is different simply because I am the difference. I have changed. I am glad for those things that never change. 

"The grass withers and the flowers fall, but the word of our God endures forever" Is.40.8 Conversations Within” ts Oct 7, 2026

“When in doubt, don’t!” Adage

If I question the wisdom of doing something, it would be wise not to do it, and wait until my uncertainties are gone. If I question an activity, the fact that I am questioning it may be the only answer I need to stop doing it.

“Whatever's not of faith is sin.” Rom.14 Conversations Within” ts Oct 5, 2026

Darkness matters little if you carry your own light.

The light of God’s presence is so very precious. His light helps me see what is good, right and true. Light is self-evident. Goodness, rightness and truth all attest to life as the Father intends. Have nothing to do with a thought, word or deed that does not light up the world with them.

“How blessed are the people who know the joyful sound! O LORD, they walk in the light of Your countenance.” Ps. 89.15 Conversations Within” ts Oct 4, 2026

“My lifeguard walks on water.” Meme

To believe in the miraculous is an act of faith only if I was not there to witness it. This in no way means I am casting reason aside and trusting a blind faith. My faith can be rooted in the reliability of those who were eye witnesses to an historical event. Did Jesus actually walk on water? Well if I am to trust Him as the lifeguard of my soul, I believe He did.

“At about four o'clock in the morning, Jesus came toward them, walking on the sea.” Mk.6.48 Conversations Within” ts Oct 1, 2026