It’s two degrees outside, and sub-zero conditions are becoming the norm. With seven or eight inches of snow piling high, the sun has surrendered in defeat. Vehicles are hidden by white fluffy flakes and the icicles hanging off houses looks like the teeth of angry monsters. It’s no joke; outside ...
Read More »PG Movies: The Truth Behind the Rating
After digging for the truth behind Hollywood’s PG-13 rating (and being a bit horrified at what I found), I thought it worthwhile to give G-, PG-, and R-rated movies a bit of the limelight, too. Let’s start with PG-rated movies. The Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) defines PG movies ...
Read More »Don’t Give Place to the Devil
Paul gave these instructions to the church at Ephesus: “‘Be angry, and do not sin’: do not let the sun go down on your wrath, nor give place to the devil” (Ephesians 4:26-27). The first statement—“Be angry, and do not sin”—comes from Psalm 4:4 and indicates that it is possible ...
Read More »Opportunities Come In Small Packages
They say opportunity will come knocking at the door, however, I believe opportunity doesn’t just stop at the door, but instead shows up all around us everyday. Little finely tuned thoughts, words, or even actions that are given to brighten a day or continue a lingering hope. A smile for ...
Read More »Heart and Initiative Powerfully Displayed By 9-Year Old Selah
Selah seems to have a heart much like what I imagine Jesus’ to be…giving, selfless, loving, exuberant, and full of faith. I came upon this lovely story while perusing Moneysavingmom.com. Selah began her ministry of giving at a young six years old. With no outside prompting, she informed her mommy ...
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