“When Jesus therefore saw his mother, and the disciple standing by, whom he loved, he saith unto his mother, Woman, behold thy son!” John 19:26 KJV
This Presidential daughter stated: “My first mistake was thinking I could handle it.” This seems to be how this Biblical parent-child cycle closes. You almost believe it is your parent’s duty to get you to a happy adulthood.
“And they lifted up their voices, and said, Jesus, Master, have mercy on us.” Luke 17:13 KJV
This future President was tempted to just leave his father there in the snow. The Bible makes sure that we know that the person who came back was one of those “evil” Samaritans. My wife’s first reaction to my bug is not one of pity for my condition.
“For thou art my rock and my fortress; therefore for thy name’s sake lead me, and guide me.” Psalm 31:3 KJV
I’m not exactly sure how our country has gotten into the shape it has gotten in. He knows his turn is coming to be a church leader. That’s why God made grandkids.
“Their webs shall not become garments, neither shall they cover themselves with their works: their works are works of iniquity, and the act of violence is in their hands.” Isaiah 59:6 KJV
As she came down the staircase, everyone one was in stunned silence by the beautiful girl in the white gown. Where does that leave God? So, I guess when you look at it that way, my “super” friend really did deserve that nickname.
“And again he stooped down, and wrote on the ground..” John 8:8 KJV
He was the family success story where Freddy was the family failure. A few moments later he lifts up his head and notices they are all gone. Translation: changing the words, just to make you feel better about it, is sometimes nothing more than legalism.
“And Peter answered him and said, Lord, if it be thou, bid me come unto thee on the water.” Matthew 14:28 KJV
Imagine if he had never left Princeton. But the simple fact of the matter is that there were eleven others. A very different opportunity sits in front of me.
“And as they were afraid, and bowed down their faces to the earth, they said unto them, Why seek ye the living among the dead?” Luke 24:5 KJV
As his first term as Governor came to a close, he decided to run for reelection. He was soundly defeated. As the father moved closer to the group, the brothers parted like a divided sea. Strange thing, I sure didn’t feel like a star.
“And from Jesus Christ, who is the faithful witness, and the first begotten of the dead, and the prince of the kings of the earth. Unto him that loved us, and washed us from our sins in his own blood….” Revelation 1:5 KJV
As his first term as Governor came to a close, he decided to run for reelection. He was soundly defeated. As the father moved closer to the group, the brothers parted like a divided sea. Strange thing, I sure didn’t feel like a star.
“For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also.” Matthew 6:21 KJV
Unlike most of the lawyer Presidents, he loved the law, not for the political opportunities it could bring, but because he just loved the law. It was the good things that he is doing that got him into trouble. I was slipping away and no one was even noticing.
“Therefore said his parents, He is of age; ask him.” John 9:23 KJV
When he became a young man himself, some would say he was a carbon copy of his father. Many might have considered that an insult, but not him. He took it as praise. If you want to blame someone, blame Him. Taking action is far better than looking for excuses.
