The Thief of Joy

It’s the enemy of a contented life. It’s the thief of joy. It lies to us when it whispers that we must self-promote. It gives birth to envy, jealousy, anxiety and ambition. And no one has escaped it and its consequences. Comparison. Comparing oneself to others is always, always a losing proposition. Either it promotesContinue reading “The Thief of Joy”

“I Do”

He tried to prepare them. The sorrow filled separation that death brings was looming in the future. John 13 records Jesus saying, “Where I am going, you cannot follow now, but you will later follow. “ Peter responded by professing his unwavering allegiance. He answered, “Lord, why can’t I follow you now? I will layContinue reading ““I Do””