Willfully Stupid

While involved in daily Bible devotions this week from The Message translation, I came across a phrase describing fallen human beings that jumped off the page:

Willfully Stupid.

That same day the United States Senate released its long-awaited and clandestinely-formed bi-partisan “Endless Ukraine War–The Border Never Closes” bill (S.744).

It appears to be “Exhibit A” of our willfully stupid political leaders in Washington, D.C.

Here’s my take on both immigration and Jesus words on moral pollution.

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While involved in daily Bible devotions this week from The Message translation, I came across a phrase describing fallen human beings that jumped off the page:

Willfully Stupid.

That same day the United States Senate released its long-awaited and clandestinely-formed bi-partisan “Endless Ukraine War–The Border Never Closes” bill (S.744).

It appears to be “Exhibit A” of our willfully stupid political leaders in Washington, D.C.

Here’s my take on both immigration and Jesus words on moral pollution.

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Keep Jesus At the Center

One of the blessings of keeping a lifetime journal is celebrating “special days” on my Life Calendar.

On July 19,1973, God spoke to me, a bewildered but passionate twenty-year old, to become a “teacher of his Word” as part of my calling. I have fulfilled that assignment for the past fifty years in many settings around the world.  

The most provocatively titled teaching I’ve ever given is called “The Secret of Happiness.” 

It has to do with putting Jesus at the CENTER of your life.

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A Tribute to Margaret Irene Cookson (1927-2022)

Margaret Irene Cookson, Shirley’s mother, passed away last night on December 6 at Hospice House in Tacoma, Washington. I spent two hours with her before she passed–thanking God that he would soon usher her into the arms of Jesus and a glorious time of reunion. 

Mothers are the most important people on earth–imparting their lives and love to their children and extended family. 

We miss you, Irene. But we know you’ve just experienced the greatest day of your life.

All because of Jesus.

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