April 8, 2026
When I became truly saved and serving God, I couldn’t see how changed I was right away. But with the distance of 34 years, I have to search diligently to remember the person I was prior to 1992. Initially, and to make things clear for Christians, I was saved by myself in front of a television screen when I was 18 years old. It was a Billy Graham Crusade and all these years later I understand that single decision kept me safe through many poor decisions. It made me a child of God and God Himself chose to guide and protect me as I backslid my way through this world. Always close, always speaking softly, He would not allow me to totally forget that choice I had made. A day finally came when He courted me so vigorously, I surrendered, dropping to my knees. I returned to God, my fierce and true first love.
If you know, you know. Life as a Christian is better life. Less stress. Striving to do better allows you to be better. My favorite thing is watching young families thrive. Less angst. More laughter. It’s not all perfect. Bad things still happen. Refrigerators break and kids need braces. It’s the reactions that change. Faith that God is in charge makes a difference. If I am wrong and God’s detractors are correct, I will have lived a wonderful life because I believe. If I am correct and they are wrong, they will spend eternity in hell. Better is one day in His courts than a thousand in the chaos the world is serving up right now.
Dear God, thank You for rescuing me. Thank You for chasing me down, for grabbing my hand and refusing to let go. I have no regrets serving You, unless it be that it took so long. How I love my prayer time, standing in that river of Your love, seeing Heaven’s praise and worship, answered prayers and the joyous celebrations. I love the Word and the wisdom. You are so generous with me. Forgive me Lord, for the time I lost with You. Help me make the most of today ‘s opportunities.
One day in your courtyards is better than a thousand ⌞anywhere else⌟. I would rather stand in the entrance to my God’s house than live inside wicked people’s homes. Psalm 84:10