November 29, 2021
With the first Sunday of Advent yesterday’s memory we are now officially in the season of preparation for Christmas. Our celebration of Christmas is less than a month away. In the less spiritual days of...
November 28, 2021
You may be thinking, “The Bishop’s off his rocker! Why would he be wishing someone a Happy New Year in NOVEMBER???” It is because there are more calendars than just our regular civil one. The...
November 27, 2021
We all face battles in our lives. As regular readers will know, I often begin these daily devotionals with an illustration designed to lay the groundwork for the points that follow. I confess that my...
November 26, 2021
When I was in high school, I almost got myself expelled. I hope you’re not TOO shocked, but it is absolutely true. Some key points are needed to lay the groundwork for this incident. The...
November 25, 2021
400 years ago in 1621 the Pilgrims and the Wampanoag Indians gathered together to celebrate their first successful corn harvest. The Pilgrims of Plymouth Colony had hunted wild birds and held a feast that was...
November 24, 2021
Sometimes when you’re making a purchase, one of the elements you consider is the guarantee. For other things, the guarantee just doesn’t make that much difference. If you buy any electronics item at Walmart stores...
November 23, 2021
I love being a Dad. Physically. Spiritually. As I’ve shared in the past, I haven’t always been good at it. I think I’m getting better. (At least, I hope I’m getting better!!.) It is the...
November 22, 2021
Have you ever lost a child while you were shopping somewhere? It’s a scary experience. First you look around the area where you THINK they are supposed to be. If you don’t locate them, then...
November 21, 2021
When someone has prepared too much food and has some to put away and save for later, we call those food items “leftovers” in the United States. Leftovers can make a pretty good meal sometimes....
November 20, 2021
Whether you start with a small amount of something or a larger amount of something, asking for ALL of something is probably going to be a lot to ask for. Especially from the person who...