“Hey Big Boy!” I opened the door and was greeted by an enthusiastic lick! A very excited dog was awaiting my return. Tail wagging, jumping up hoping I would hold and pet him—it was the perfect way to be greeted after a long day. As I received my daily gift of affection, I remembered something … Continue reading How Do They Know This? (Deuteronomy 29:29)

The television was blaring in the background while I sat half-paying attention. Another physician scandal. Another “prominent doctor” exposed. This time it was a plastic surgeon accused of sexually molesting his patients. The report detailed accusations, lawsuits, testimony, and eventually criminal conviction. Cameras followed him as he was led away in handcuffs. Then they showed … Continue reading “I Know Him!” (Jeremiah 17:9)

During my travels through Europe, I was fascinated by the painstaking restoration of great cathedrals, sculptures, and paintings. Entire generations of artists and craftsmen devote their lives to restoring faded ceilings, repairing fractured marble, and cleaning centuries of soot from stained glass windows. Standing before these works, I was struck by the reverence involved. Restoration … Continue reading Restoration (Colossians 3:10)

Most songs are built around choruses and a bridge. Think of the classic Beatles song Yesterday. The opening choruses establish the melody—the familiar theme that anchors the song. Then comes the bridge, where the harmony, rhythm, and direction often shift before returning once again to the main melody. Jazz musicians approach songs a little differently. … Continue reading Second Chorus (Psalms 33:3)