It has been on my heart for many years to go on a cross country trip with my bicycle. Even though there is a aspect of this adventure that satisfies a burning, bucket list challenge; the Cycling for Recovery Ride is much more significant than seeking to check off something off a lifetime accomplishment list. […]
“…but we also glory in tribulations, knowing that tribulation produces perseverance; and perseverance, character; and character, hope. Now hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out in our hearts by the Holy Spirit who was given to us.” (Romans 5:3-5 NKJV) “Never lose hope.” I hear these words of encouragement and commitment […]
“Finally, brethren, whatever things are true, whatever things are noble, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report, if there is any virtue and if there is anything praiseworthy—meditate on these things. The things which you learned and received and heard and saw in me, these […]
What’s in a name? When you really reflect on it, a name defines and describes a great deal. When I was younger, I knew that when my mom called me “David,” I was in trouble. I can still hear that stern, rebuking tone when she called my name. Otherwise, I was often called “Dave.” This […]
“There is no fear in love; but perfect love casts out fear, because fear involves torment. But he who fears has not been made perfect in love.” (1 John 4:18 New King James Version NKJV) Because of the power of God’s love for us, there is no reason to fear. Sounds simple enough, doesn’t it? […]
