Category Archives: Contemplative Readings

Here are a collection of stories centering on a biblical theme or idea. I am not a bible teacher; however I do love to write on ideas that comes to my mind. I will sometime take things I’ve seen in my own life or where I see; elsewhere.

The Good Muslim

One day, there was a young man who lived on the outskirts of Dearborn, Michigan.  It was a beautiful Sunday morning and he was heading to Calvary Chapel church for their morning service.  He had been a Christian, for many … Continue reading

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The Sunfish: A Picture of two Fathers

A week ago, I was recalling an old memory.  It is the old Sunfish sailboat that my dad got.  It was not an unpleasant memory and I have not thought of it, in years. I quietly asked the Holy Spirit, … Continue reading

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I’m Offended!

In December, I had a heated conversation with a friend.  During our conversation, I could sense God saying something amidst this unpleasant talk.  “He is right, about this” is what came to mind, later.

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Life Without Limitations!

A friend once said, “It seems like you’re not living within the reality of your disabilities.”  I was quite surprised by this comment.  As I listen, an old cartoon character came drifting to the surface.  It was Mr. Magoo.

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Attitude of the heart

What’s in our hearts will impact how we see our circumstances and how we respond to them.  The content of my heart will affect how I see the world around me and how I recall things past. I can’t control … Continue reading

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Dreams and Hopes

I can well recall my introduction to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr’s “I have a Dream” speech.  This was in 1972 and I was attending Whiting Elementary School in Whiting, NJ. I was 2nd grade, at the time. I was … Continue reading

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Escaping the Religious Bubble – Oh what’s a fellowship

“Has anyone been in a perfect church?” asked a friend, in a small Bible study group.  I simply chuckled; however, someone did raise his hand.  “I did,” Bob said facetiously. I knew where he was coming from because I have … Continue reading

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Escaping the Religious Bubble – The Leadership

Thanks to Pastor Stewart for teaching the correct role of a pastor.  Thanks need to go to other pastors for illustrating Pastor Stewart message.  I can still hear Pastor Stewart saying, “I am just the under shepherd!  There is only … Continue reading

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Escaping the Religious Bublle – The Dress Culture

I was brought up as a nominal Catholic and did read the Scripture. Despite this, I had only knowledge of God.  It was not until 1990 when I came to know Jesus, as my Lord and Savior.  About 5 years … Continue reading

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Escaping the Religious Bubble – Intro

“Compare to you, the Catholics are students of grace!”  I was very frustrated with the members of Bishop’s church.   From their expressions, they did not like what I said.  The bishop ran a full gospel Pentecostal church and it reeked … Continue reading

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