Category Archives: Maturity

The Chapter of Noah


I am still studying the Book of Enoch I. I’m now in the chapter concerning Noah and the building of the Ark. What I see is things that are hidden from view in the Protestant Bible. For instance, there is … Continue reading

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Taking Stock


Hello again. Summer break from driving a school bus is coming to an end in a couple of weeks. I keep forging ahead. Today, I feel the need to take stock of where I am with God. I think we … Continue reading

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Somethings Wrong


I’m told the church is full of imperfect people worshipping a perfect God. I say that is true. I’m one of the imperfect. There is something wrong that I find I have to address without making it an issue that … Continue reading

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I’ve Grown Quiet


I’ve been quiet for a good while now. Inner turmoil has been my portion. I love structure, and driving a school bus has helped me to keep depression away. During the summer break, I need to maintain a schedule of … Continue reading

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Getting Older


Old people like me try to side-step getting old by not saying “I’m old”, but saying I’m older. That doesn’t sound like much, but it says a lot. It’s a non-admission of getting old. I’m presently 74 years old. I … Continue reading

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Retrospect of My Marriage


I have to say that people got married and felt it was for always. I also believe many people got married because of their own choosing, and it led to a life of discontent, cheating, and feeling trapped. We can’t … Continue reading

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That’s Growth


A friend asked me to pray for her. She says she has anger issues, and the devil is after her. Here’s my advice. Eliminate the devil from the perspective. I told her to look at it for what it is. … Continue reading

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Whadda Ya Think?


God is a good God. I’m still recovering from surgery. It will be three weeks this coming Monday. At my age I’m finding it difficult to get back to normal. I’ve developed a pain in the upper center of my … Continue reading

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Pursuing God


I woke up this morning with the knowledge that God takes care of me. Not only me, but all of you that read and haven’t read this. Believe it or not, I still have to struggle through some days. But … Continue reading

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Sitting Alone


My wife attends a ladies group meeting the first Friday of every month. She told me this is the fourth year anniversary since the start of this ministry called WINGS. I don’t remember what it stands for. She goes for … Continue reading

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