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Matters Into Hand

Mark 14:63-65 Sometimes people rush to judgment. They become judge, jury and executioner. Their emotions get so wrapped up in something that reasoning goes out the window. And we have all had this happen to us at some point in our lives. Our anger gets the better of us and we blurt out somethingContinue reading “Matters Into Hand”

Everything on the Line

Mark 14:60-62 There are moments in life when everything seems to hang in the balance. All the tubes are hooked up, the machine is beeping in the background, the people in bright garments are gathered around the bed, family holding hands and praying. Beep, beep, beep. Beeeeeeeeeee. The clock ticks on the scoreboard,Continue reading “Everything on the Line”

Poor Planning

Mark 14:55-59 What a bunch of idiots! I have to catch myself, sometimes, because I just want to laugh at the poor planning and execution of some things in life. We had a great example last year with the launch of Obamacare. They had years to get it right, and they couldn’t. The websiteContinue reading “Poor Planning”

Temporary Courage

Mark 14:53-54 That must have been some meeting. All the important folks were invited. None of the undesirable attended. It was behind closed doors. No camera flashes. No hidden recordings. The power holders in the room were ready to act. They were tired of the status quo. They wanted something done, and they wereContinue reading “Temporary Courage”

They Did Not Find Any

Mark 14:53-65 I like watching some crime shows. Have you ever noticed they are always looking for evidence! The only way to find out whodunit is to examine the evidence. The evidence will tell the story. Follow the evidence, solve the crime. At least that is how it works on TV. There areContinue reading “They Did Not Find Any”

Involuntary Streaker

Mark 14:50-52 Since the fall of humanity into sin, nakedness has been something that we guard. Even for those who embrace a naturist lifestyle (nudist for those who don’t keep up with such things) don’t openly show all their parts openly all the time. They cross their legs when they sit in a chair.Continue reading “Involuntary Streaker”

Impulsive

Mark 14:47-49 We all have a friend who seems to just do things without thinking. And if we don’t have a friend like this, we might be that person! This trait often gets worn away by life itself. After a few bad reactions from those impulsive actions, most people will begin to control mostContinue reading “Impulsive”

The Power of a Kiss

Mark 14:44-46 James Bond movies have made the poison kiss part of our cultural language. It was always the beautiful enemy spy who would pass the poison. What makes the delivery system so striking is the mixed messages given. The kiss is a sign of intimacy and affection. Kisses are usually reserved for family.Continue reading “The Power of a Kiss”

Overkill

Mark 14:43 Have you ever used a sledge hammer to kill an ant? How about rented a semi tractor trailer to bring home a new pair of shoes you just purchased at the store? Or built an art because it rained? Sometimes our reactions to events are out of proportion to the event itself.Continue reading “Overkill”

Mob Rule

Mark 14:43-52 Being in a mob can be one of the most dangerous places. Mobs are very unpredictable. You can’t really predict what will happen. Something very small can trigger some very unexpected outcomes. A scurrying animal can spook a mob. Only one or two people see the animal, but the screams set offContinue reading “Mob Rule”