Walk in the Light

May 25, 2026

May 25th, 2026

Monday – Gospels

Reading – Luke 21

Highlight Verses:

“Some of his disciples began talking about the majestic stonework of the Temple and the memorial decorations on the walls. But Jesus said, “The time is coming when all these things will be completely demolished. Not one stone will be left on top of another!””
‭‭Luke‬ ‭21‬:‭5‬-‭6‬ ‭NLT‬‬

Today is Memorial Day here in the United States. (I mention this as the website version of this gets visitors from all over the globe).

Quite a few years ago, I lived in Virginia and decided to spend Memorial Day in Washington, DC.

Lincoln Memorial

After touring the Lincoln Memorial, I found myself wandering across the Potomac River and walking through Arlington Cemetery.

Being Memorial Day, people were streaming toward the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

Curious, I followed.

Given the day and the place, it should not have surprised me that the President of the United States was to give a speech there.

I stayed and listened.

While his words were certainly not as profound as those of Jesus, he agreed with Jesus on an important point.

Those who gave their lives for freedom, left this temporary world for an eternal one.

Washington, DC is an amazing place full of many grand monuments and museums dedicated to the people and history of this world.

United States Capitol Building

But Washington’s place in eternity is as the blink of an eye.

I don’t know exactly what heaven will be like, but I know one important characteristic of it.

It will be permanent.

There’s nothing wrong with enjoying the grand sites of this world.

But let’s always keep them in perspective in the light of eternity.

What is your favorite grand site here on earth?
What sights do you hope to see in Heaven?
May 24, 2026

May 24th, 2026

Sunday – Poetry

Reading – Proverbs 31

Highlight Verse:

“The sayings of King Lemuel contain this message, which his mother taught him.”
‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭31‬:‭1‬ ‭NLT‬‬

“Momma always used to say…”

That’s the way I often prefaced “wise” sayings like “Normal is just a city in Illinois.”

She didn’t actually say those things, but it sounded better when I started the sayings like that.

She did pass on a lot of wisdom to me, like mothers tend to do.

So did King Lemuel’s mom.

Who is King Lemuel?

There are different opinions. The most popular opinion is that it is a pen name for King Solomon.

Lemuel literally means “for God” or “devoted to God.”

Bathsheba may have referred to Solomon this way.

Or it may have been a literary term like “Theophilus” may have been in Luke and Acts.

Either way, the introduction to this chapter promises some epic advice.

And it delivers (taken in context).

What is your favorite piece of advice from this chapter?
How would you convey the spirit of this advice into advice specific to our culture?
May 23, 2026

May 23rd, 2026

Saturday – Open Topic

Reading – John 15

Highlight Verse:

“There is no greater love than to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.”
‭‭John‬ ‭15‬:‭13‬ ‭NLT‬‬

My great uncle Howell signed up for the US Navy as early as he could.

Despite World War II being in full swing he never went overseas. By the time he completed boot camp the war was thankfully winding down.

He continued his training as a tail gunner in a torpedo bomber.

On December 5, 1945, he was called in to take the place of a sick fellow tail gunner on a training flight off the coast of Florida.

He and 13 other crewmen never came back.

While he never saw combat, he ended up giving his life to protect our country.

He signed up knowing the risk. In the end he laid down his life for his fellow Americans.

Memorial Day reminds us of the sacrifice of lives lost in defense of the United States.

In World War II, nearly 300,000 Americans gave the ultimate sacrifice to defend their land.

Over the past 250 years, some estimates put the number at over a million lives lost fighting for American freedom and defense.

Whatever your opinion of war may be, there is no denying that these people believed it was worth risking their lives to defend America.

Jesus said there was no greater love than this.

Of course, He was speaking prophetically as He was soon to give His life for His friends – for all who would trust Him.

We do well to take time this weekend to remember those who gave their lives for our freedom.

Let’s also not forget the sacrifice that Jesus gave to grant us true freedom.

Who would you like to memorialize for giving their lives for our freedom?
What is a good way to remember Jesus’ sacrifice this weekend?
May 22, 2026

May 22nd, 2026

Friday – Prophets

Reading – Hosea 11-12

Highlight Verse:

“For my people are determined to desert me. They call me the Most High, but they don’t truly honor me.”
‭‭Hosea‬ ‭11‬:‭7‬ ‭NLT‬‬‬‬‬‬‬

I believe that there is a nationwide and possibly world-wide revival going on right now.

I also know that this revival could die out if people who truly trust Jesus don’t take advantage of the move of the Holy Spirit.

The problem I see is this – a big part of this revival is a cultural shift.

That is to say, many are getting on the new Christian bandwagon because it is trendy and feels good.

That in itself is not a bad thing.

It becomes bad when people attend the “cool” churches or events to look cool, but they do not trust in Jesus.

For many, being part of the Christian crowd is a cultural thing or even a political thing.

But it is about faith!

It is about trusting in Jesus’ sacrifice to take away sin and then trusting Him to lead.

It is about a real relationship with our Heavenly Father.

If you are in it for the culture, because all your friends or family are Christian, or because your moral values align with what Jesus taught, but you haven’t trusted God to forgive and guide you,

I urge you to take that step.

Take a moment right now and pray the kind of prayer I pray every day.

It goes something like this – Lord Jesus, Thank You for another new day. I trust You. I trust in the sacrifice that You made for me to take away my sin and I trust that You know what is best for me. Thank You for your sacrifice for me and for every good thing You provide for me. Help me to always bring You glory and to be honest when I don’t. Show me what You want me to do today and help me to walk that path. Amen.

Do you have a real relationship with Jesus?
What are you doing today to trust Him?
May 21, 2026

May 21st, 2026

Thursday – Letters

Reading – 1 Peter 3-5

Highlight Verses:

“But even if you suffer for doing what is right, God will reward you for it. So don’t worry or be afraid of their threats. Instead, you must worship Christ as Lord of your life. And if someone asks about your hope as a believer, always be ready to explain it.”
‭‭1 Peter‬ ‭3‬:‭14‬-‭15‬ ‭NLT‬‬

This passage reminds me of the first female licensed watchmaker in the Netherlands.

Throughout the 1920’s and 30’s she and her family became well known for their quality work and generosity.

By their faith in Jesus, they knew that all were created equal and that God loved even the poorest people around them.

In the 40’s their generosity extended to helping Jews escape the Nazi occupied Netherlands.

Her family shop and home were eventually raided, and all 30 of them arrested.

Her father died after 10 days in custody.

Months later, her sister got sick and died at a work camp.

The watchmaker, Corrie ten Boom was released on a clerical error shortly before the rest of the women from that camp were sent to the gas chambers.

Throughout her life, Corrie ten Boom acted sacrificially to God and to those in need around her.

Even in the Nazi prison, she and her sister led many women to Jesus before they went to their deaths.

After the war, she was given opportunities to share about her experiences to all who would listen.

She eventually told her story in a book which was made into a movie (The Hiding Place).

Millions have been touched by her life because she was willing to put God first even when it meant suffering.

I pray that I could have such a selfless attitude.

What bold opportunities for self sacrifice have been placed before you?
Are you willing to suffer, if need be, to step into those opportunities?
Do you know anyone that has truly lived this out?
May 20, 2026

May 20th, 2026

Wednesday – History

Reading – 1 Chronicles 22-24

Highlight Verse:

“For you will be successful if you carefully obey the decrees and regulations that the Lord gave to Israel through Moses. Be strong and courageous; do not be afraid or lose heart!”
‭‭1 Chronicles‬ ‭22‬:‭13‬ ‭NLT‬‬

I like to say that I can relate to King David.

The Bible calls him a man after God’s heart (Acts 13:22).

He was not perfect, but he continued to seek God and God continued to use him despite his shortfalls.

Okay, the similarities probably end there.

I’m no king.

Nor have I had over 20 kids, or multiple wives and concubines. Oh, and I haven’t had anyone murdered so I could steal his wife either.

I could go on.

But this verse highlights one strong similarity I have with David.

I truly want my children to make a positive difference in this world and in the next.

David encouraged Solomon to do the Lord’s work with wisdom, obedience, and courage.

I admit that I do not do that enough.

I do encourage and try my best not to sow discouragement, but I fall short.

If course, it is not just up to me. They have to find the initiative to step forth into their callings.

It is also not my place to try to control their lives.

But I pray that I would take advantage of every opportunity to encourage my children to live in God’s calling and to make a difference.

While I’m at it, I pray that I may positively influence others around me as they follow the path God has set for them.

Have you been an encouragement, discouragement, or controller in your children’s lives?
What can you do today to positively influence the lives of your children or others in your sphere of influence?
May 19, 2026

May 19th, 2026

Tuesday – Pentateuch

Reading – Numbers 5-6

Highlight Verses:

“If her husband becomes jealous and is suspicious of his wife and needs to know whether or not she has defiled herself, the husband must bring his wife to the priest. He must also bring an offering of two quarts of barley flour to be presented on her behalf. Do not mix it with olive oil or frankincense, for it is a jealousy offering—an offering to prove whether or not she is guilty.”
‭‭Numbers‬ ‭5‬:‭14‬-‭15‬ ‭NLT‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬

It is easy to look at this passage and call it barbaric.

It is one sided and employs an unhealthy methodology.

But, as I’ve urged before, look at the context.

At that time in that region, if a man suspected his wife of unfaithfulness, he could beat her or kill her, and no one would openly question it.

This law required him to bring the matter before the priests – something he would be very unlikely to do without just cause.

As far as it being one-sided, in that society, men did not need protection against women.

As far as being unhealthy, it was. But God could and did protect the innocent.

In the context of modern western society, I don’t believe that God would suggest this sort of method.

But, He still calls us all to be faithful to our spouses.

I believe God also calls us to stand up for the abused, those wrongly accused, and the victims of unfaithfulness.

How do you see this passage?
How can you help the various types of victims of unfaithfulness and jealously?
May 18, 2026

May 17th, 2026

Monday – Gospels

Reading – Luke 20

Highlight Verse:

“And they will never die again. In this respect they will be like angels. They are children of God and children of the resurrection.”
‭‭Luke‬ ‭20‬:‭36‬ ‭NLT‬‬

I love the movie “It’s a Wonderful Life” but it is not theologically correct.

People do not become angels when they get to heaven.

This verse reinforces that fact. You cannot be like an angel if you are one.

There are other verses (Col 1:16, Job 38:4-7) that deal with where angels come from.

In a nutshell, they were created in the beginning to help us humans.

I do not know the details of what we will do in heaven besides seeing God face to face and worshipping Him.

But if we get to be like the angels in some ways, that sounds pretty cool to me.

What ever it is like and whatever we get to do, I know it will be amazing!

What do you think it will be like in heaven?
What do you hope you will get to do there?
May 17, 2026

May 17th, 2026

Sunday – Poetry

Reading – Proverbs 30

Highlight Verse:

“Who but God goes up to heaven and comes back down? Who holds the wind in his fists? Who wraps up the oceans in his cloak? Who has created the whole wide world? What is his name—and his son’s name? Tell me if you know!”
‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭30‬:‭4‬ ‭NLT‬‬

I like science.

However, I have a problem with modern academia’s approach to science.

It starts with the assumption that there is no God.

Or at least, no Creator.

Never mind the fact that simply acknowledging the existence of God could explain so many facts that make no sense without God.

Instead, secular scientists bend the evidence to fit a mold of secularism.

I am not a hard-line young Earth advocate, though I do think the majority of evidence when looked at without the secular bias points to a young Earth.

I do find it appalling that science education in the United States has been allowed to exclude the possibility of God even though studies show that over 80% of Americans believe in God.

In many school districts, teachers who acknowledge God are shunned and fired, especially if they are teaching science.

What would happen if our education system were open to the possibility of God?

It’s quite possible that it would not make much difference in the number of people who believe in God.

I don’t think revival is going to come through the education system but through a move of the Holy Spirit.

The one certain effect is that it would allow people to be honest.

That seems like a pretty good outcome to me.

Do you think God should be included in the study of science?
What effect do you think that would have?

Reminder – please stay polite. This is not a political forum but a place to explore faith.
I will not take a political stand in this forum, but I will always stand up for God.
May 16, 2026

May 16th, 2026

Saturday – Open Topic

Reading – John 21:1-14

Highlight Verse:

“When they got there, they found breakfast waiting for them—fish cooking over a charcoal fire, and some bread.”
‭‭John‬ ‭21‬:‭9‬ ‭NLT‬‬

Today is the International Day of Light – When the handful of people who know about that designation celebrate the many aspects of light science.

I thought that might be a little too easy to write about since Jesus is the Light of the World.

I looked further and found it is also National Barbecue Day.

Now we’re talking.

My mind went immediately to a barbecue breakfast that Jesus prepared for the apostles after He rose from the dead.

Yes, I know that we in the US tend to barbecue beef and chicken more, not to mention pork ribs.

But it’s not about the fish or beef or whatever.

Eating together is one of the best forms of family or team building.

Jesus brought His team together over some fresh, smokey fish.

That team went from there to bring the Gospel to the world.

It’s a beautiful spring weekend here in Colorado.

A quick glance at the national weather map shows nice weather throughout the US with the exception of rain in the Northwest and a few thunderstorms in the Plains.

Almost whereever you are and what you like to grill, it’s a great time to get together for food, fellowship, and growth as friends and family.

As the warm season continues, we should continue that trend.

You never know, the next great revival could begin over a charcoal fire.

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Who can you invite to eat with you this weekend?
What do you need to do to make fellowship happen this summer?

Those who gave their lives for freedom, left this temporary world for an eternal one.

It will be permanent.

But let’s always keep them in perspective in the light of eternity.

“Momma always used to say…”

Lemuel literally means “for God” or “devoted to God.”

Either way, the introduction to this chapter promises some epic advice.

He signed up knowing the risk. In the end he laid down his life for his fellow Americans.

Jesus said there was no greater love than this.

We do well to take time this weekend to remember those who gave their lives for our freedom.

Let’s also not forget the sacrifice that Jesus gave to grant us true freedom.

The problem I see is this – a big part of this revival is a cultural shift.

But it is about faith!

I urge you to take that step.

This passage reminds me of the first female licensed watchmaker in the Netherlands.

In the 40’s their generosity extended to helping Jews escape the Nazi occupied Netherlands.

Throughout her life, Corrie ten Boom acted sacrificially to God and to those in need around her.

Millions have been touched by her life because she was willing to put God first even when it meant suffering.

I like to say that I can relate to King David.

I truly want my children to make a positive difference in this world and in the next.

But I pray that I would take advantage of every opportunity to encourage my children to live in God’s calling and to make a difference.

But, as I’ve urged before, look at the context.

In the context of modern western society, I don’t believe that God would suggest this sort of method.

I believe God also calls us to stand up for the abused, those wrongly accused, and the victims of unfaithfulness.

People do not become angels when they get to heaven.

In a nutshell, they were created in the beginning to help us humans.

But if we get to be like the angels in some ways, that sounds pretty cool to me.

It starts with the assumption that there is no God.

What would happen if our education system were open to the possibility of God?

The one certain effect is that it would allow people to be honest.

Now we’re talking.

Eating together is one of the best forms of family or team building.

You never know, the next great revival could begin over a charcoal fire.