Author: crod82011

When it comes to our cell phones; our thumbs have become our tongues. The power in them to bring life or death with the words that are typed cannot be ignored. I think it’s no accident that of all the digits on our hands; God actually created the thumb to resemble the tongue. Just look […]

I have always been frustrated with the practice of “grouping” people and making all responsible for the actions of some within a group or making a “judgement” on their character. You and I can fall into sooooo many groups, all of which have good, bad, and I will include evil, in the mix. I don’t […]

Happy New Year Everyone! May your year be filled with more joy than sorrow; more laughter than tears; and more courage than fear. May you enjoy the obvious blessings you receive; and embrace the inobvious blessings of growth and strength that often can only come from challenging or painful circumstances. If you are a believer […]

I’m deviating from my normal posts to get a little more personal. About a month ago, I was ill with a lower respiratory infection and was laid up for a week. I hadn’t been that sick in a very long time. I honestly can’t pin point a specific moment, but during this time something in […]

The Gospel in a nutshell: G:od’s O:nly S:on P:inned and Died on a cross for all to have E:ternal L:ife

Do you know what happens when you allow the Holy Spirit to work on your heart?   He turns burdens into blessings; obstacles into opportunities; and selfishness into selflessness.   He replaces pride with gratitude; and brings peace to the surrendered soul.   How do I know this? Because, He’s done all of this and […]

Some of the best times happen when I get off my rear end and go for a walk. First, I saw a rainbow. Then, I came upon a couple getting married- right in Oakland Park- There were probably 15 people in attendance; standing a few feet away from the bride and groom as the Pastor […]

I wrote this a few years ago; but like everything prompted by the Spirit, the truth yesterday remains the truth for today and tomorrow…. During some quiet time that I recently spent with God, He clearly focused in on some feelings I had been experiencing lately. He expressed to me that my feelings had not […]