Are you wishing for more wealth? More power? More things? Maybe you’ve heard this old saying: “Be careful what you wish for.” Yes? I remember when I was getting to know my wife, over long-distance phone calls, she mentioned that her mom had said that more than once. The reason you need to be careful is…your wish might come true. … The rest of the story…
Category Archives: Christian Articles
I Have To Believe The Truth
There is one truth in any given situation. It’s not merely a matter of perspective. It’s truth. I remember a couple of lines out of a Don Henley song where he said, “There’s three sides to every story babe: There’s yours and there’s mine and the cold, hard truth.” And I also remember when Jesus said “The Truth shall make … The rest of the story…
Do You Speak The Universal Language?
Maybe you’ve heard that music is the universal language. Yes? Well, do you speak it? Does everyone you know speak it? My guess is…no. But here’s the cool thing. You don’t need to speak music in order to understand it. If a song or composition speaks to you, you’re filled with understanding. You’re transported into a connection you can’t make … The rest of the story…
Some people think there are many mysteries of life. Those people never seem to find satisfactory answers to their burning questions. I have. But then…maybe I’m just simple-minded. There are some who say true science never really finds the answers, and that it’s always seeking and willing to process new information. But you won’t be able to make sense of … The rest of the story…
Love God And Live Longer
So…here’s my 1 step plan to a longer, richer life. Ready? Got a pen and paper or computer handy? Here goes. Love God and live longer. Whew! Are you tuckered out? Yeah, I know…it’s a pretty grueling regimen. But you know what they say…no pain, no gain. So, if you truly wanna live a longer life, you’re gonna need to … The rest of the story…
Stand Before The Throne of God In Love
You can one day stand before the throne of God in love. I hope you’ll choose to do so. But it’s your choice. You don’t have to choose Jesus as your Savior. He won’t force you to. He loves you, but He won’t force you to love Him in return. But I think once you discover what kind of God … The rest of the story…
The End of Life Is Not The End of Living
What do you suppose happens when you reach the end of your life? Well, for most, the worst is yet to come. But for some (millions), the end of this life isn’t the end of living. It’s really a matter of where you put your faith. Where is yours? In dirt? Or in God. Can I make a recommendation? Dirt … The rest of the story…
Rainbow City Residents Should Never Worry
This is not a weather report. This is a short explanation of why Rainbow City residents should never worry. They worry all the time, and they don’t seem to realize that worry is a form of sin. Does this matter? Yes. Allow me to show you why, and I’ll even share one of my old songs with you about it. … The rest of the story…
You And Me Were Meant For Each Other
Tell romance to go sit on the sofa for a minute because I wanna show you how we were meant for each other. And I don’t want you to get the wrong idea or anything. Give romance a nice, warm beverage and explain that you’ll be back in a few minutes. Everyone comfy? Good. Here goes… You were designed with … The rest of the story…
What Makes These Celtic Clouds So Special?
Since blue is my favorite color, it comes as no surprise that I’d choose it to paint the celtic clouds in a lullaby. Oops…I just gave away part of the secret of what makes these clouds so special. One day, in the month of May, I was sitting at my keyboard…daydreaming. I had made it my mission to write 10 … The rest of the story…
3 Ways Humans Don’t Learn From Mistakes
I’ll bet you’ve messed up pretty badly in your life. At least a time or two. Right? Me too. But did you learn from your mistakes? Or did you just keep repeating them over and over and over? That seems to be a human condition. As a whole, we don’t seem to learn from our mistakes. We don’t know our … The rest of the story…
My Valentine
Happy Valentine’s day! If you’re viewing this on a device that can play videos, excellent because you’re in for a treat. Here’s a very classy song by Paul McCartney, appropriately titled “My Valentine” and signed by Natalie Portman The tasty classic guitar solo was played by none other than Eric Clapton. And I think the whole video comes off as just the … The rest of the story…
Let’s Talk More About the Infinite Power Source – Podcast 95
I hope you’re plugged into the infinite power source. Here’s why: In the Words And Music Podcast, Episode 95, I talk about: Daring to call yourself a Christian Not getting what you deserve The Jeep Wave (yes, there really is such a thing) Why world peace is just a cliché Tapping into the greatest power source in the universe In this … The rest of the story…
Exercise And Nutrition For the Body But It’s The Power of the Word For Life
The power of the Word of God is “sharper than any two-edged sword“. It can divide soul and spirit. To put it in perspective…a brain surgeon with a microscopic laser knife can’t begin to find where the soul ends and the spirit begins…much less divide the two. Since God can (and did) create the whole universe and every kind of … The rest of the story…
And You Call Yourself A Christian?
So, have you ever had someone point out your flaws and mistakes and say in a very cynical voice, “And you call yourself a Christian?” It happens to Christians all the time. I know I’ve experienced it more than once. So, how do you deal with it? I hope the negative naysayers don’t make you retreat into some “safe” hiding place. … The rest of the story…
Pass The Salt And Tune In To Words And Music Podcast 94
Could you pass the salt, please? I’m gonna serve up some tasty tidbits from the previous week…plus a few extras. In the Words and Music Podcast, Episode 94, I talk about: How the salt of the earth is losing its flavor Why it’s good to sing out loud…even if your voice stinks What you should do to keep your head from … The rest of the story…
If you were God, and you could speak words to create the sun, moon, and stars, how many days do you think it would take you to create the whole universe? I don’t mean just the blueprint. Or mind mapping. Or sketches. Or even prototypes. I mean the whole universe and every kind of living thing in it. How long … The rest of the story…
Darkness Falls And Takes Millions of People With It
Is it just me? Or have you noticed how dark, dreary, and ominous things have gotten? Even here in America where the light of truth once shone brightest…everything is going dark. Movies, music, billboards, the internet…all filled with shadowed images and references. What do you think the attraction is with this downward spiral into a bottomless pit? Whatever it is, … The rest of the story…
Yeah, life these days is challenging from every corner. It’s frustrating to see so much hurt, hopelessness, and inhumanity. It’s tempting to simply gripe, complain, and yell at the world. But don’t those things just add to the problems? How about you try this on for size: Give thanks instead. Your Creator would love to hear from you. Instead Don’t … The rest of the story…
It doesn’t matter if you have a voice like Bocelli or you think your singin’s smelly…you should sing out loud, today, and be glad you’re alive. You exist. You are somebody. There’s no one else quite like you in the whole world. So sing out loud like there’s no one else in the world. Sing anything you feel. Anything that … The rest of the story…