Within the first five minutes of walking into the school where I work as a substitute teacher, someone invariably asks me the question, “Who are you today?” On any given day, I may be subbing for a first-grade teacher, a P.E. teacher, a music teacher, a...
A few weeks ago, I was summoned to the Hall of Justice in downtown San Diego for jury duty. I got picked as a juror on a two-week civil trial. The case was a lawsuit involving a car accident, so we had to decide who was at fault and assign monetary compensation. When...
As Jesus continues to meet with people to teach them how to be ready to meet the Lord, some of the people tell Him about an incident that occurred at the temple in which some people from Galilee were put to death by order of Pontius Pilate, and their blood was mingled...
“Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life.” (Proverbs 4:23) As the treasure box of our soul, we find within our heart all the precious sentiments and beliefs we value and hold dear. Just as with the physical heart, the spiritual heart is...
If you’ve ever been involved in a court trial, or watched one on television or in a movie, you probably know that the defendant in a trial is often offered the opportunity to “settle” the case, either before the trial begins or even during the trial — anytime prior to...
When was the last time you applied for a new job? I always find the process a little daunting. Job descriptions. Required qualifications. Essential duties. I’m measuring my skill set against a standard. I’m wondering if I measure up. Spiritually, there is a standard...
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