Christian Devotionals and Scripture Applied to Everyday Life

It is part of human nature to rush through things. Whether it is a good meal, our homework, or even a life experience, we are conditioned to hurry up, get it done, and move on to the next thing. But there is so much we miss when this is our mode of operation. Some things just have to be done slowly. I found this out when I started to do some light weightlifting. I heard that women my age should spend some time strengthening their muscles in order to keep the body working properly and to ward off diseases like osteoporosis, so I searched through the closet and found my hand weights. Since this is not my favorite activity, I figured I would just get it done quickly every day. I found a book of exercises and proceeded to pump my way through them as fast as I could - let's face it, it is easier to lift the weights when you have some momentum behind you. Then Dad explained to me the proper procedure. If you want to see the best results, it is important not to rush. After warming up, move the weights in an unhurried and controlled fashion. Work the target muscles using a full range of motion when exercising. Breathe deeply and rest between repetitions. This is not the easy way, but it's the best way to get more out of your workout program and grow stronger. Consistency and endurance produce results.

1 Timothy 2:1-2 “I urge, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgiving be made for everyone – for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness.”   Reading the Bible is more than just entertainment or busy work. It is the way…

"I am attending a business trick or treat!" Those were my thoughts yesterday as Dad and I manned our company's booth at the Farm Science Review near London, Ohio. It was obvious as I watched the thousands of attendees milling around the tents and outbuildings that just about everyone loves a free gift.

Every once in a while one gets a glimpse of what used to be. To the imaginative eye even things that are old and worn out can hold the memory of something grand and maybe even the hope that life can be restored.

There comes a time in most peoples' lives when they feel inadequate for a task. Whether it be a new job, a difficult class, or an uncomfortable relationship, the tentacles of ineptitude wrap around the mind and cause even the most confident to doubt their ability to perform. Even in the Christian's life Satan can use this emotion to catch us unaware and paralyze us from doing what God has called us to.

There has always been the need for good men and women to stand in the gap for others. I was reminded of the sacrifices that many have made for our country the other day. I was running some errands in Xenia and decided to stop by and visit a special person who was turning 90 years old.