IT'S OK TO CRY

old reliable tv just retired. so in came same brand but with HD viewing. Did notice for first time that tears do drop from both female and male actors. So both sexes  capable of emotionally crying. That's good. Not talking of pouty bawling or false tears flowing to get some form of goodie.These are real tears that come from a real need to express  feelings about a hurting personal experience. It is then that folks dear to yoi can lend an ear and shoulder to cry on. Maybe even a quiet unspoken hug. I'm sure, like me, this works wonders a lot of times. You know, in some cases, tears flow after  the dear folks leave. Some emotional hurt runs deeper and cries out for added help. The Lord understands .and is here. So talk with the Lord for He tells you  IT'S OK TO CRY.

PRISON BARS DON'T BAR THE LORD

Some prisoners may feel left out of the Lord's loop .  Feeling their acts do not warrant  His caring., they find ways to side step. For prisoners with time to reflect and also listen to other prisoners, many side steps come into play.  How about, "There is no Lord for me."."He left when the bars slammed shut." Often well-meaning friends and family tells me He cares. But, then other voices in THE YARD tell me.."It's easy for them to say."Prisoners, think about this, who did Jesus share crosses with?
I understand they were two real bad dudes. Then think about this, too.. He was there for them. So prisoners, He is there for you. also. Just say, I  would like to talk with the Lord. He will answer for PRISON BARS DON'T BAR THE LORD.















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SWING FOR THE FENCES

MLB is getting close to mid season and the All Star game upcoming. Reminds me of the words of a Major League manager...GO FOR THE FENCES.His rationale was that it takes 4 times the energy to hit 4 singles versus 1 home run.  Those words offer much food for thought today. But. some of that manager's players came back with, I feel safer trying for a single and less hurt if I fail. A good reply. I agree. Times come in life when you need a home run solution.The chips are down, bottom of the ninth,  bases loaded winning runs on base. Oh boy!  Don't fear, the Lord is here. Talk  with the Lord, he will  help you do it so go ahead  SWING FOR THE FENCES.

ABUSE..WHO NEEDS IT?

This could be the shortest column yet,,NO ONE. Unfortunately, many go on being abused without getting real relief. Fear of the when, where, how and how much become part of daily life.of an abused victim. The if, for them, become the when. In physical abuse, many times the abuser is capable of overpowering the victim.who takes fearing even more harm by resisting. Emotional abuse is also painfull, non-related to physical ability to inject abuse.. Abused is a concern foir both abused in the closet or open to see. Just because you may not have experience with abuse, the problem is HUGE. Many groups are addressing this..congatulations. Even they do not hold the answers. Some stronger force must come into play. Try a talk with the Lord..ABUSE..WHO NEEDS IT/

YOUTH HAVE QUESTIONS

Not talking about  what movie to see, cd to buy, what item is worth staying in line overnight . Nor beach volley ball or surfing, to dye or not dye my hair, which elective to take, alice or Mary for the dance, go with Bill or Ed. Or who for a sleepover. who for boys night out, right lipstick shade, men's best gel, best social network, text or not  today. Add more similar ones to  get the picture and some good answers from peers and family could be yours. In the real youth world, many personal questions are not mentioned. And these are the ones that really need answered. ..from one who  knows.  From my personal experience, the Lord is my first choice for tough life questions.  For when you need answers, talk with the Lord...He knows YOUTH HAVE QUESTIONS.

RETURNING VETS

Many return with disabilities never before even imagined. Many return with PTS syndrome, a high-toned label for high-toned life adjustment problems.  Many return with little appreciation from those of us who never left our homes. Many return to see more NO HELP WANTED signs than needed to see. Many return to not see old friends who gave their lives for us. Many return to find family relationships torn , if not broken, by times of absence. ALL RETURN with tough questions about the life in their future. Thankfully, returning vets, there is one who has well traveled your road, felt the angst of wars, understands your needs and whoi does not need an appointment or charge a fee.. RETURNING VETS, talk with the Lord.

HE'S HERE FOR YOUR LIFE'S RAIN

Not drizzle or gently falling rain.  This rain his hard, often when least expected.   Could be friends fail to carry through their  promises, family issues are over your head, medical tests confirm  or deny, downsize at any age, college grades disappoinr,Will let you  keep string going. Don't know who invented the umbrella. But, I do know  it is not a question of if,  blos hen, life's rain comes into your life. I also know one with just the right umbrella.  Talk with the Lord...HE'S HERE FOR YOUR LIFE'S RAIN.