Tag: reflection
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The Carpenter’s Tools
Brother Hammer served as the Chairman. The other members of the tool belt informed him that he must leave because he was too noisy. But brother Hammer said, “If I have to leave this…
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Do You Expect God To Answer?
As a drought continued for what seemed an eternity, a small community of farmers was in a quandary as to what to do. Rain was important to keep their crops healthy and sustain the…
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No Charge
A little boy wrote a message on a piece of paper and handed it to his Mother. This is what it said: For Cutting the grass: $10.00. For cleaning my room this week: $5.00. For going to the store for you: $2.50…
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Listen to Yourself, Slow Down
Have you ever watched kids on a merry-go-round, Or listened to the rain slapping on the ground? Ever followed a butterfly’s erratic flight, or gazed at the sun into the fading night? You’d better slow down…
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Dad’s At Home
Her hair was up in a ponytail, her favourite dress tied with a bow. Today was Daddy’s Day at school, and she couldn’t wait to go. But her mommy tried to tell her, that she probably should stay home. Why the kids might not understand if she went to school alone…
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Birthday Celebration With Me
As you well know, we are getting closer to my birthday. Every year there is a celebration in my honour and I think that this year, the celebration will be repeated. During this time, there are many people shopping for gifts…
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A Mother’s Occupation
A woman named Emily, renewing her driver’s licence at the Transport office, was asked by the clerk to state her occupation. She hesitated, uncertain how to classify herself. “What I mean is,” explained the clerk, “do you have a job, or are you just a …? “Of course I have a job,” snapped Emily. “I’m…
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Do You Believe In Easter?
Edith Burns was a wonderful Christian who lived in San Antonio, Texas. She was the patient of a doctor by the name of Will Phillips. Dr. Phillips was a gentle doctor who saw patients as people…
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9th February: St Apollonia
Featured Saint: St Apollonia (Died ca 249) St Apollonia is one of many early Christian martyrs who died for the love of their faith; the love of God. She refused to renounce her beliefs despite knowing, that if not, her death would soon follow. She was martyred at the time of the Roman Emperor Philip. It…
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God’s TEN Tips
God’s TEN Tips are to: Quit Worrying, Put it on the List, Trust Me, Leave the Past Alone, Talk to me, Have Faith, Share, Be Patient, Be Kind and Love Yourself…