When I was an electrical apprentice, I received my first copy of the National Electrical Code book, which gave me instructions for the proper installation and utilization of electrical materials. It was the right “doctrine,” the standard, for me as an electrician to follow. During the twenty years I worked as an electrician, I grew… Continue Reading
As workers together with God, we earnestly desire to grow in our ability to edify and build up the Church according to God’s plan. We are disciples of the Lord Jesus Christ, and we seek to build according to God’s blueprint for the ages, which is His Holy Word. II Timothy 3:16 tells us that… Continue Reading
When I was growing up in the fifties, the church near our home was the center of our family’s life. Mother kept the financial records at the church and volunteered in other capacities, and we kids tagged along. We developed a respect for God, though it was based on very little Biblical understanding. But, there… Continue Reading
Recently while standing in line at my local bank, I considered how banks are one of the more reputable establishments in the world today. The bank tellers have a supply of money on hand to be able to cash our checks. We are always confident that the bank is willing to give us our money… Continue Reading
One morning while I was brushing my teeth, I realized that I really didn’t have to say to myself, “Melissa, it’s time to brush your teeth now.” Why not? Because brushing my teeth is something I have been doing since I was old enough to hold a toothbrush. It is just part of my daily… Continue Reading
Fullness of joy Fellowship’s ours to enjoy Keeping the Word deep in our hearts It’s written so we can live With fullness of joy These are lyrics to a beautiful Way Productions song I often find myself humming when I’m keenly aware of the presence of God in my life. There is a satisfaction that… Continue Reading
Early in our marriage, when my husband and I discussed our plans for starting a family, he had a perspective that I had not yet considered. He shared with me how another couple we knew had had an impact on him. This couple had children who were grown with families of their own. My husband… Continue Reading
You can see the desire for stability all around. Race drivers want a stable car or motorcycle to carry them over the racecourse to victory. Rocket scientists want a stable rocket that will fly straight toward its destination rather than an unstable one that spins in the air and crashes to the ground. Sailors want… Continue Reading
When I was growing up, one of the things I looked forward to each November was our Thanksgiving dinner, because my mom would prepare a great big, delicious meal. She would make some of my favorite dishes that I was very excited about eating. The turkey was always good, but I looked forward to the… Continue Reading
When I was a child, my sisters and I played a board game called Chutes and Ladders. The board has one hundred numbered squares on it, ten rows of ten. The object of the game is to advance from square 1 to square 100—and whoever reaches square 100 first wins! To play, you spin a… Continue Reading