by Carol Roberts
There are people who can speak thousands of words stating what they will do but time passes and nothing happens. It takes more effort to deliver such promises than the actual deeds themselves. An act as simple as giving up a seat on a train to an elderly person or holding a door open forRead More
It can be heart breaking sometimes when situations and people all around change. Friends move away. People we hang out with are one by one developing new interests. Places we usually go to enjoy things together or places of worship change where we no longer fit. These horrible empty feelings of not belonging anywhere canRead More
Have you ever known a person that is too good to be true? Their words melt like delicious butter into a craving heart. They know exactly what to say, the right tone to use, the most empathetic expressions and emotions. Who can help but to find those type people believable because they grab hold ofRead More
There are times in life when things seem to dry up. No peace comes and situations go from bad to worse. Prayers seem to bounce off the ceiling and come back on us like a brick. The more we pray the worse things get. The people around us do not understand nor do they careRead More
Genuine love comes from the heart and is received through the heart. There is nothing worse than a person who throws around the words, “I love you,” like chicken feed. Love that comes in the form of words only will create a void to a person whose heart is sincere. The more they say wordsRead More
Our Lord sends many beautiful examples here on earth to enjoy. These are examples of His greatness, love and understanding. God has ways of letting us know His presence in many of the simple things in life. When we witness the sun and moon each day, we can be assured that God is dependable. HeRead More
People sometimes judge a man on his looks. A tall man is associated with strong character. A rugged man is looked upon as a defender. A handsome man can many times be viewed as an idol. These bodies are temporary. It is the spirit that spends an eternity in heaven or hell. God judges aRead More
It’s amazing how jealous we can become when we compare our wardrobe to a rich lady’s. Anger sometimes takes over when we watch the neighbor’s boy hit a home run at a softball game while our boy strikes out. When a less deserving person gets a job promotion because they are friends with the ownerRead More
It seems during our lifetimes we all encounter a bully or two. There are bullies who feel the need to beat up on others with their fists. Other bullies are capable of reducing people to serious humility and embarrassment with harsh words. The size and strength of a bully is only as strong as theyRead More
Jesus tells us to forgive every single time. Does a person have to come to us and ask for forgiveness for us to forgive? No. While on the cross Jesus forgave those who were mocking Him and gambling away His clothes. None of those people asked. There was one man who asked and Jesus toldRead More