David's Blog

Wallpaper

David — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 22:18:34 +0000

I know wallpaper is a thing of the past for actual walls but the other day I was out and about and something caught my eye. While at a place of business I had a glance at a computer behind a desk and saw their wallpaper, on their computer screen. It was the stock photo of fall foliage of bright oranges of every hue. One of the reasons I noticed it was that it looked similar, no exactly like someone’s I know personally and I thought, “they don’t work here!”

Then it struck me that it was the sample that arrives with every computer, preloaded in memory. So, are you a personalized wallpaper guy or gal?

Which also makes me think about our lives…what do you do with all of the creativity you have? Does your uniqueness leak out in noticeable ways? What are the indelible marks you leave behind? God has created you uniquely you and you are uniquely responsible for what you do with you…

Blooming

David — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 17:24:03 +0000

I just love seeing a burst of color from the few early season flowering trees, shrubs and bulbs. There are a couple of redbuds and plum/pear trees along my route to work. It sure is a great contrast to the dull, drab grays of the rain and skies. I’m sure there will be some crocus and daffodils and tulips out in flowerbeds, too. Can’t wait.

God’s creativity is amazing. The seasons and flora all have their unique purpose and beauty. Their Creator, Our Creator, is beyond wise.

Really?!

David — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 22:53:17 +0000

Waiting my turn in line at the grocery store I saw a teaser line on the front of a magazine, “Never Before Seen Photos…” Really?!? How did you take them, how many editors and publishers, printers, packers and deliverers… I guess we’re not that important if we aren’t counted. But then again we’re supposed to be influenced and swayed to buy their magazine based on that juicy front page phrase. What does that say about us?

My favorite carol lyric…

David — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 22:56:16 +0000

the one(s) with the name “Jesus” in them.

There is no other name under heaven given to men by which we must be saved, Acts 4:12

carols

David — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 17:51:52 +0000

Hark the Herald has this line near the beginning, “God and sinners reconciled.” God reconciling sinners is an incredible truth. God, who knew no sin, who is just made a way for sinners, who were enemies. Only a God powerful and loving could do that. What a great God we have who would make a way for us.

A verse or two later in the same carol we find, “Veiled in flesh the Godhead see, Hail the incarnate Deity, Pleased as man with man to dwell
Jesus, our Emmanuel.” This is how God reconciled sinners. He came in the flesh. God incarnated. Unique to Christianity,this doctrine sets God apart and yet is so personal. He can relate to our lives, stress, disappointment, good times and bad. What a God!

Another carol

David — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 17:16:43 +0000

O Holy Night is another great carol with a profound message. Read this line with fresh eyes, “Long lay the world, in sin and error pining; ’til He appeared and the soul felt its worth.”

In the midst of our “empty way of life” we didn’t know much; cyclical sin, despair and pride. But, when Jesus appeared our soul felt something. This event has broader consequences than any other cute little baby’s birth. Worth and value have now taken on a spiritual dimension and our souls feel it. Life in abundance is what Jesus came to bring. Live it this Christmas!

Carols…

David — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 15:25:01 +0000

You hear them over and over during the season but I hope your spirit is awakened and jolted when you hear these familiar but powerful words. Silent Night is an annual favorite and there is a line in the song which describes Jesus as “…Love’s pure light.” Isn’t that awesome! Love…God. Pure…holy, blameless, unblemished. Light…no shadows or darkness.

God has given a gift that gives light to the soul. Amazing.

Carol lyrics cont’d

David — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 23:33:21 +0000

I love the declaration voiced in a line from I Heard The Bells on Christmas Day, “God is not dead nor doth He sleep!” What a line in the midst of a Christmas carol. You can hear the note from a bell that starts with the muted thump of the knocker hitting against the side of a giant bell and then the swelling sound of that specific note ringing out.

The “thump” of meaning from this line voices a powerful truth as God’s silence between the testaments has been broken with the Word. He’s at work with purpose redeeming the world. He’s giving his only Son to show His love. Can you hear the bells?

Carol lyrics cont’d…

David — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 17:58:08 +0000

How about the line in Little Drummer Boy, “…then, he smiled at me.” We all love a little baby’s smile they are so cute and that response from your little one melts your heart because he/she is responding and recognizing you. Also, there is that smile that is full of approval at your thoughtful gift opening presents, sitting around the tree at Christmas.

However in this line we have the King of the world smiling approval, recognition and more; so much more! May we know his smile more this season than ever!

Christmas carol lyrics

David — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 17:03:40 +0000

i’m going to post a few times a week, I know shocking, but since it is Christmas time the songs and their lyrics are filling the airwaves. From time to time I’ll hear a song and get stuck in thought at the depth and wonder of its meaning. That result leads to more and deeper worship and gratitude to God for Christ and Christmas.

First, there is a line in Rocking Around the Christmas Tree that mentions in a “new, old fashioned way.” That contradiction in terms makes me think about the traditions of Christmas with my family. At some point we do new things that are old and they become ours. New couples blend their family traditions of songs, presents and meals and create a new identity and new favorites. What a great time of year.

God did a new, old fashioned way when he sent Jesus. There had been gifts but this one was greater than all. There had been babies but this one was better than all. There had been sacrifices but this one superseded them all. I’m glad God did something new. Now we may become new creations…