A Whispered Psalm of Hope

Psalm 16 is called a "Mikhtam" of David and no one is sure what that means. “Mikhtam,” is also used before Psalms 56 - 60 and all six of these Psalms are cries for help that are written when the writer is in danger. You can't cry out loud so your protest is "Mikhtam" (covered); …

Merry Christmas ;)

We are told that Christmas has become a delirium of gift making, that people hate its approach and are glad when it is over. Elmina Atkinson, 1905 Don't get me wrong; I'm all for Christmas. I enjoy giving gifts and watching my four boys sharing in family traditions: some old and some new. Likewise, I …

From Death to Life

I have ranted before about how Fall is not my favourite season.  Crisp air?  Bah!  The smell of rotting leaves and damp earth?  To me Fall smells like wet dog; constantly.  It has always reminded me of death.  When Fall comes, all I can see is that: Sailing (for this year) is over, everything dies, you have …