Lord, help me get through today

Splitting headache, sore eyes, exhaustion despite a good breakfast and two cups of caf.  Lord, I really need some of your gracious healing today.  And knowing my wife was having a sore head before I left, please put a hand of mercy on her as well.  It’s gonna be a long day.

If it’s too loud….

There are certain songs that have been part of my life that I just can’t get enough of.  I love to turn them up as loud as I can and sing along.  I’m sure each of you has your own. Today, at this moment, it’s Newsboys “He Reigns”.  Sadly, I’m sitting at work, listening to Read More…

Who cares about idiots?

Two random thoughts today; 1) Read a headline asking “Was Whitney (Houston) a lesbian?”  this is the “Who cares” part of the title.  I mean honestly, who cares?  Does it have any impact on today’s life?  What does it matter?  I’m not trying to trivialize anything, but the very lovely and talented singer has been Read More…

Not martyrs

I’m hearing a lot of reporters today saying that the gunmen in Paris claimed they wanted to “die as martyrs”.  I’ve even heard at least one say that they got that wish. Jason Scott made a valid point.  They did NOT die as martyrs.  Here’s why I feel that. As Jason pointed out, if they Read More…

Quick rant

Quick rant before heading back to work. I’ll deduce that by now you are familiar with the allegations against comedian and actor Bill Cosby.  I use the word appropriately, accusations.  There’s been no trial, no presented evidence, and no conviction.  Recently his former co-star Phylicia Rashad came out in defense of Bill Cosby.  There have Read More…

Heartbreaking

My heart breaks this morning for the victims of the senseless terrorist murders in Paris today.  12 lives (10 reporters and 2 policemen) gunned down by extremists calling “Alluh Ahkbar” (sp?). I’m not meaning this to be a slam on a religious faith, but honestly, I am having such a hard time understanding why anyone Read More…

A reposted email

I received this in my email this morning, and thought it was just too good not to share.  How many of these simple steps have I NOT taken during my own personal online presence?      What Would Jesus Say on Social Media? by Karen Ehman, Keep It Shut: What to Say, How to Say Read More…