“Don’t just stand there, do nothing!” It sounds like terrible advice, especially when someone is having a seizure. The scene can be frightening. Every instinct tells you to grab the person and make the movements stop. But forcing the movements to stop can cause harm. The helpful response is quieter: stay with the person, clear … Continue reading Don’t Just Stand There, Do Nothing! (Matthew 17:5)

At first glance, the Cape buffalo resembles the domesticated water buffalo. But it is a different animal entirely. Wild, powerful, and fiercely protective of its herd, the Cape buffalo has long been feared by hunters. Stories tell of wounded buffalo turning back to confront those pursuing them. I once heard a safari account that has … Continue reading The Cape Water Buffalo (Numbers 16:31-33)

God doesn’t make mistakes. This is a touching video that shows the interaction between a young boy with Down Syndrome and a dog. No words are spoken. None need to be. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iSH8PYmYDBo#t=151 The video ends with the message, “God doesn’t make mistakes.” The world will tell us that conditions such as Down Syndrome are proof … Continue reading God Doesn’t Make Mistakes (Isaiah 55:8-9)

Several years ago, I was interviewing a medical resident applicant for our dermatology residency program. During these interviews, I like to ask questions that may give me a glimpse of their true personality. One of my favorite questions is, “I congratulate you on reaching this point in your career. Obviously you have made many good … Continue reading “I Have Never Made a Mistake!” (Habakkuk 2:4)