Just me trying to be honest with God.

"I sometimes wonder whether all pleasures are not substitutes for joy." C. S. Lewis

Jesus wants to lead me down the path of lasting joy, but I often choose passing pleasures. I am too easily drawn to scroll the latest gossip on the news, or social media. I can attest that my day is filled with joy when I silence the shallow noise of the world, and listen to snowflakes falling.

“I tell you these things so that you may have my joy and that your joy may be made full.” Jesus Conversations Within” ts 2/1/26



“This is where I am from, not where I'm going.” Finestkind

The direction that we travel on our journey matters greatly. Hopefully we move from darkness to light, not the other way around. Walk towards the light of God’s love, and don’t forget to let your light shine on the path so others can follow.

"For you were once darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Live as children of light." Eph.5.8 Conversations Within” ts 1/30/26



"When he took time to help the man up the mountain, lo, he scaled it himself." Tibetan Proverb

 Looking after the interest of my neighbor is more than just a “feel good” suggestion; it is the best way for everyone to prosper. The law which protects our right to property is a mere shadow of the law, which directs us to share and look out for each other.

“The whole Law is fulfilled in the singular command to love.” Jesus Conversations Within” ts 1/28/26



Dare we pass judgment on the Judge of all the earth?

If anything is abundantly clear, there is no footing found if we try to pass judgment on God. He offers no explanation for what He does. He answers to no one but Himself, and praise God for that. That the Lord is good, is all I need to know.

“Shall a faultfinder contend with the Almighty? He who argues with God, let him answer it.” Job 40.2 “Conversations Within” ts 1/27/26



“Three things necessary for a successful crusade. The first is prayer, the second is prayer, and the third is prayer.” Billy Graham

 The energy that a righteous person puts into their prayers will get it done. Praying is not our last resort but our first. When we see a need, we can powerfully address it in partnership with God. At times He will ask us to put it in His hands. At other times, He may use our hands to answer, but it always starts with prayer,

“The effective prayer of a righteous man can accomplish much.” James 5.16 “Conversations Within” ts 1/26/26