It's a big day for Henry. He's expected to be a first-round pick in the NBA draft. Not only does it mean fame and money to be selected early in the draft process, it's a testament to one's talent - some might call it greatness. Henry's life up to … [Read more...]
Story: Have a Seat
There was once a very old man whose eyes had become dim and his ears hard of hearing. His hands shook, and when he sat at the table, he could hardly hold his spoon. He would spill the broth upon the tablecloth or find it running out of his … [Read more...]
Parable: Upwards to God
On the morning of the day that her beloved husband died, the good wife sat at his bedside and prayed for his recovery. With her eyes closed, she heard a fluttering of winged angels descending on the bed where her husband lay. “They are coming to … [Read more...]
Story: An Old-Timey Tale
The Classic Story of the Red Marbles During the waning years of the Depression in a small Idaho community, I used to stop by Mr. Miller's roadside stand for farm-fresh produce as the season made it available. Food and money were still extremely … [Read more...]
Parable: Wanting It
There was a young student who wanted to gain admission to a prestigious school, but his grades thus far were average at best. He sat for his admissions interview, and the dean said to him, "I see your grades have not been stellar. Do you like to … [Read more...]
Parable: Beating It
It was a time in history when there was horrendous cruelty and ethnic cleansing. One particularly vicious beating was going on in the town square. The man was being whipped by a sadistic soldier who took direct aim with ferocious strokes, all the … [Read more...]
Story: Happy Again
It's a miracle. He is finally divorced. He spent twenty years with his wife, watching his words, gestures, and activities. He was constantly on edge, waiting for the next criticism or sarcastic put-down. There was always a comment, and it was always … [Read more...]
Parable: Tempo of Prayer
The prayer leader was praying very fast and someone went over to the High Priest and said, "Tell him to slow down. He's going very fast." The Priest said, "Look at Moses. He prayed his entire prayer with five short words. - 'Please God, pray … [Read more...]
Story: A Brother for Ben
I live in Brooklyn. I'm a grown man now, but I like to tell the story of when I was a young boy in the first grade. My best friend at the time was Ben Clark. Benny was the youngest in his large family, and his mother was pregnant with her ninth … [Read more...]
Parable: When the Wind Blows
Years ago, a farmer owned land along the Atlantic seacoast. He constantly advertised for hired hands. Most people were reluctant to work on farms along the Atlantic. They dreaded the awful storms that raged across the Atlantic, wreaking havoc on the … [Read more...]
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