WHY DO I SAY “Mercy”?Jim Freudenstein, 2-22-2024, 832-654-7791, jfreud1953@gmail.comWhy do I say “Mercy”? Repeatedly? At unusual times? In unusual places? Sometimes as a grunt? Sometimes as a groan? Sometimes as a sigh? Sometimes as a shout? Often with tears? “Mercy!” Why do I say “Mercy”?In our world we have a predicament. Watchmen whom God has placed all over the world, are seeing the falling of...  Read More

Jim Freudenstein, 1-30-2024, 832-654-7791, jfreud1953@gmail.comEvery man of God responsible for sharing with God’s people God’s holy Word has a grave duty. This is not to be taken lightly! That is why we study hard, pray diligently, and with fear and trembling attempt the task of preaching, teaching, and sharing.Ezekiel 33:1-20 ups the ante and heightens this tension. Weigh with reverent minds the...  Read More

Are We All Trusting Jesus?Summertime is a wonderful time for outdoor fun and family vacations. All winter long the planned for activities are talked about and eagerly waited for. Then comes the decisive moment. The sun is shining. The pool is there. The water is there. The swimsuits are on. The famous “floaties” are around the middle and on the arms. Daddy says “Jump!” Some children jump quickly. ...  Read More

I, Too(A rewrite of, and in fondest memory of and with respect for, Langston Hughes.)I too, sing America.I am the littlest family member.I am unseen—but my Mommy knows I am here!I am…I exist…God knows me.I am growing bigger and stronger, everyday.Soon, I will know the feeling of a clean diaper.The joy of a well-burped full tummy.My Mommy’s smile and laughter and tender touch.I will bounce with gle...  Read More

“Thy Word is a lamp…”The Christ follower is set apart from the world. Moral decisions, life commitments, and taking up our crosses require in depth study of the Word of God. The Christian gets cues and clues from the Word of God. The world often has difficulties with the follower of Jesus. Psalm 119:105, The Word lights our path!John 17:17, “Sanctify them through thy truth: thy word is truth.” The...  Read More

Watch the Word After a rainfall, the air is fresh and clean. Breathing deeply is invigorating and healthy. Nature and the outdoors are full of cheerful chirping and water gurgling. Crickets and katydids are singing their loudest. Birds sing. The grass and gardens soak up the life-giving nectar. Streams and brooks bubble and chuckle with the abundance of rain. What a precious gift!In Isaiah 53:10 a...  Read More