When we are first learning to color, we are instructed to stay in the lines. I was great at coloring. My lines were sharp and controlled. In fact, in the 5 th grade I received a reward for great penmanship. I’m not even sure they give those kinds of rewards anymore. But as I matured, so did life. And life required a more blended approach. It was acceptable to blur the lines, to smudge the sharp edges to make beautiful pieces of art. It is a type of “coming of age.” You have to first learn the skill of control and staying in the lines, before you can learn the skill of blending. And learn it quickly we must, because life is messy. There is much tension right now, with keeping things separate. Separate church and state; take God out of schools; keep God out of fast food (Chick Fil-A). Wow, Really?! And there are so many more references of this desperate attempt to separa...
Inspiration and Christian Living. Practical Advice and Guidance for today's issues from the Word of God. Personal anecdotes and references.