My usual routine is to get up early in the morning and write a devotional.  For some unknown reason, I overslept.  So, here is a devotional from exactly six years ago that reminds me I am not as intelligent as I think I am. Rerun of Daily Devotional July 12, 2017 This is my first day back … Continue reading Daily Devotional July 12, 2023 →

Bruce is my oldest grandson.  He is seven years old.  Caitlyn Su enrolled him in jiu-jitsu classes.  Yesterday, she told me Bruce was learning to choke people out. Emma is my oldest granddaughter.  She is seven years old.  Lindsey enrolled her in karate classes.  Yesterday, she told me Emma was learning to kick and punch. This got me thinking. While I … Continue reading Daily Devotional July 11, 2023 →

The weather forecast for the next seven days calls for highs above one-hundred degrees.  This means our cows and horses will spend their lazy days in the cool shade under the trees hiding from the glaring sun.  I don’t blame them. I have to admit I am not a big fan of July and August in Texas.  I … Continue reading Daily Devotional July 10, 2023 →

Last week, Frank gave me a cup that said, “Be careful or you will end up in my Devotional.”  This got me thinking.Because I write devotionals every Monday through Thursday, I am continually in need of new illustrations. Luckily, I serve a very entertaining congregation that is a never-ending source of material.  Last week is a good example.This … Continue reading Daily Devotional for July 6, 2023 →

Last week, our church had Vacation Bible School starting Monday and ending on Friday.  More planning went into this VBS than for D-Day.  It showed.  From the giant volcano, the huge Light Bright, the enormous castle, the wonderful singing and dancing, the themed snacks, imaginative lessons and crafts, and the huge number of volunteers  determined to make it … Continue reading Daily Devotional for July 5, 2023 →