Fresh heart for the journey
The five Walterman siblings are doing something they seldom do … get together. Now spread across the country, from Georgia to Arizona and from Texas to Idaho, being together takes a little effort. But here we are – from oldest to youngest – having a grand time. The Psalmist was right when he penned, […]
Our first television set got three stations. That was enough until progress told us it wasn’t enough. Now there are many hundreds of available stations and we’re being told it isn’t enough. A 1953 Ford Customline Fordor Sedan had 101 horsepower and raced from 0-60 in just over 17 seconds. It was enough until progress […]
“When the enemy shall come in like a flood, the Spirit of the Lord shall lift up a standard against him.” Isaiah 59:19 KJV I’m naturally suspicious of any believer whose spiritual life is just one grand ‘boulevard of blessing’ with nary a bump in the road … whose reaction to spiritual warfare is, “What’s […]
“The one thing I want from God, the thing I seek most of all, is the privilege of meditating in his Temple, living in his presence every day of my life, delighting in his incomparable perfections and glory.” Psalm 27:4 Living Bible Those words come from the Psalmist and cut to the chase of what […]
“As you enter the house of God, keep your ears open and your mouth shut. It is evil to make mindless offerings to God. Don’t make rash promises, and don’t be hasty in bringing matters before God. After all, God is in heaven, and you are here on earth. So let your words be few.” Ecclesiastes 5:1,2 New […]
Pride must die in you, or nothing of heaven can live in you. Andrew Murray Ever wondered how you’d know if you’re humble? You won’t … but those around you will know! And if they attempt to praise you for your great humility don’t listen to a word they’re saying because if you do you’ll […]
In my 11th hour of flight training after a couple of touch and go landings, my instructor told me to taxi to the flight center. He got out and turned back to me. “Make a couple of those on your own, then come back and we’ll talk.” You long for this day yet the […]
A long day comes to a close. The TV is off. The book is bookmarked and closed. The lights have been extinguished and even the normal house ‘sighs and creaks’ seem muted as you lay your head on the pillow. But even with the physical world shutting down for a night of much needed […]
Why do we complicate what God meant to be simple conversation? What’s in the bag we carry into our prayer time? Here are some things found in most of our ‘bags:’ a bit of apprehension any bits of theology we have heard on the subject almost always a request or need hopefully some praise […]
“So Moses lifted his hand to the sky, and a deep darkness covered the entire land of Egypt for three days. During all that time the people could not see each other, and no one moved. But there was light as usual where the people of Israel lived.” Exodus 10:22,23 New Living Translation These verses describe […]
I am a pastor, teacher, and encourager. I am a happy husband and leader of a family tribe now numbering 13. I am President of Fresh Heart Ministries and consider called of God to help you grow in your spiritual walk … let you know how special you are to God … and have some fun while doing so.