Tag Archives: philosophy
Reserving time (for God)
From eternity to eternity I am God. No one can snatch anyone out of my hand. No one can undo what I have done. Isaiah 43.13, NLT I remember fiercely working the game of ‘get it out of dad’s fist.’ … Continue reading
Naked, Needy, and No Instructions
So this is the time of year where “pretend” rules the culture. We pretend we have money, so we spend a lot. We pretend we believe in something so we either go to church or Macy’s, whichever suits. I could … Continue reading
Famil-eeze
Just to be clear: I am NOT trying to instigate a fight, but I guess I am joining in the ongoing brawl. Defining “family” is as near a raw nerve as any dentist could ever hope to drill. Even a … Continue reading
Chasing Rainbows
Three-dimensional spectral color superimposed upon the near black canvas of a typical Oregon skyline served all the invitation I needed to cross the street and finally see the “bottom” or “beginning” of a rainbow. I had witnessed dozens of such … Continue reading
$1.10 Gasoline…while it lasts!
If you went to the gas station expecting to pay well over $4.00 for a gallon of gasoline and watched the pump tally your purchase at the rate of $1.10 what would you do? Would you go in and offer … Continue reading
Entitled
The weather yesterday was exquisite. I had the privilege of being outside for a while and engaged in an aimless walk. During my time “out” I came across this, Now I understand the investment of some $60,000 (give or take … Continue reading