THE BIBLE SAYS

The Hebrews writer said, “Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need” (Hebrews 4:16). Mercy and Grace are closely related. While the terms have similar meanings, the two words are not the same.

THE IDLE AMERICAN

It’s no longer likely that many sons and daughters will enter their parents’ professions.There are exceptions, of course.

THE BIBLE SAYS

Solomon said, “Children are a gift from the LORD; they are a reward from Him.” (Psalm 127:3). Being a mother is a very important role that the Lord chooses to give to many women.

JEANETTE’S VIGNETTES

Last week I went to Dallas to stay with the girls because Jonna had to be in Chicago for a meeting. As usual, we had many errands to run. I think that I got all of them done. Lillian had her athletic banquet on Thursday. She received the MVP award for volleyball and tennis.

THE BIBLE SAYS

Jesus said, “When he (Satan) lies, he speaks his native language, for he is a liar and the father of all lies” (John 8:44b). What a perfect description of Satan. He is also described as “the enemy of man,” and “the accuser.” The very name “Satan” means “adversary.

THE IDLE AMERICAN

Too much is expected of us--we folks of a certain agewhether man or woman.Society yawns as we strive to avoid violent foul-ups in the fast lane; we weep, choking on the dust of the younger set, some of whom are eager to push us toward side roads.Sometimes, side roads can be found.

THE BIBLE SAYS

Jesus said, “You are my friends if you do what I command you” (John 15:14). A relationship with Jesus is the most important relationship a person can have. Having a relationship with Jesus is based on God’s grace, through faith.

THE IDLE AMERICAN

Whoops! I almost used the age-old idiom about never saying never. First in print back in the 14th century, it was featured in 2020 as background music for the popular movie, The Karate Kid. It is familiar to the masses, and that’s well and good for most of us. But not all.

THE IDLE AMERICAN

Accounts of folks “pulling themselves up by their boot straps” warm hearts; when such is done without boots, it’s a whole ‘nuther thing.“Wholeness” was achieved in January when Brian Janak received a phone call he didn’t expect from a half-brother he didn’t know he had.

THE BIBLE SAYS

God said, “Let us make man in our image, in our likeness” (Genesis 1:26). Thus, God finished His work with a “personal touch.” God formed Adam from the dust and gave him life by sharing His own breath.