Just me trying to be honest with God.

“Wisdom is the power to see, and the inclination to choose, the best and highest goal, together with the surest means of attaining it.” J.I. Packer

 My wife and I have hiked in some amazing places. Our joy is doubled when we tell others about a trail we took. Likewise, wisdom will not only take us down some pleasant paths, but following its lead can make pleasant whatever path we are on. Wisdom teaches not only where to walk, but how to walk.

“Her ways are pleasant ways, and all her paths are peace.” Prov.3 Conversations Within” ts 8/3/2024



God’s Blue Zone

Our Father not only promises that if we live in the light of His wisdom, He will add length to our years, He will also add length to our days. I believe that this is a reference to the quality of the interactions we experience in a single day. His wisdom will enrich each day with a fuller, and complete satisfaction.

“My son, do not forget my teaching, but let your heart keep my commandments. For length of days, and years of life, and peace they will add to you. Ps.3.2” Conversations Within” ts 8/2/2024



May the quality of our interactions match Father’s, so that when the sun sets, it will be as though we have lived a thousand years in this day.

 Our Father invites us to join Him in so many wonderful experiences. We can accept His invitation to see the beauty around us, and in others. We can walk with Him in the joy of generosity and the pleasure of serving. He told us His name is “I am.” Perhaps to invite us to in Him in the happiness of this moment.

“With the Lord a day is like a thousand years, and a thousand years are like a day.” 2Pet.3.8 Conversations Within” ts 7/31/2024



“To your enemy, forgiveness; To an opponent, tolerance; To a friend, your heart; To all, charity; To every child, a good example.” Oren Arnold

 Love is the only response that has lasting value. I am the kind of person I want to be only when I am loving someone and seeking goodness for them. As I consider my thoughts, words and actions, I want love to be the only governing dynamic. 

“Love never fails.” 1Cor.13 Conversations Within” ts 7/31/2024



Everything I am and everything I hope to be is tied inseparably to the present. It all comes down to now.

 Did I make the wrong decision yesterday? Make the right one today. Do I want to make good decisions tomorrow? Make a good decision now. Keep your eyes fixed on where you should be now, and you will be where you are supposed to be later.

“Be where you are. Whatever your hand find to do, do it with all of your might.” Ecc. 9 Conversations Within” ts 7/29/2024