Dr. Mark, Author at Mark Writes

ROLLING WITH THE PUNCHES

ByDr. Mark April 24, 2021 0 Comments

“God is our refuge and strength, a very ready help in trouble.” (Psalm 46:1 NASB) The Free Dictionary defines what it means to “roll with the punches” in two ways: (1) “Literally, in martial arts (especially boxing), to maneuver one’s body away from a blow so as to lessen the force of the impact,” and (2) “By extension, to adapt to setbacks, difficulties, or adversity so as...

DROPPING PEBBLES IN THE WATER

ByDr. Mark April 23, 2021 0 Comments

“ Set an example for other followers by what you say and do, as well as by your love, faith, and purity.” (I Timothy 4:12b CEV) I sat down at my computer to write on a thought I had about throwing pebbles in the water, small stones, much smaller than a rock that boast by means of its mere size and seems to make a big splash when cast into the water; a splash noticeable for a quick, short...

THESE FOUR WORDS

ByDr. Mark April 22, 2021 0 Comments

“In the beginning God.” (Genesis 1:1 NIV) The four words in our opening verse do not form a hypothesis that needs to be proven. They do not forward a hunch by any means. These four words do not make up an unimportant phrase that just heading that leads you to reading the content, like any other book. Let me tell you what these four words are. They are the words that...

“THE THING”

ByDr. Mark April 21, 2021 0 Comments

“The grass withers, the flower fades, but the word of our God stands forever.” (Isaiah 40:8 NKJV) It is nothing new. It happens, and it happens more than once, in very generation. You see, there is always “The Thing;” the thing to wear, the thing not to wear on our body, the thing that is a certain kind of shoe, the thing to say, the thing to do, often things we were told...

GOOD TIMES CLOSET DOORS

ByDr. Mark April 20, 2021 0 Comments

“Worry can rob you of happiness, but kind words will cheer you up.” (Proverbs 12:25 GNT) It’s approaching eleven years since my boss at the time came to have lunch with me at my house. It was a workday and I had been off work following an ear surgery for a few weeks. The purpose of his visit was to discuss my options regarding employment with the company. I had three: (1)...

SO DON’T COME BACK!

ByDr. Mark April 19, 2021 0 Comments

“…let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us.” (Hebrews 12:b KJV) Sunday morning, I was dressing for church, still giving God my best. As I was dressing, I thought on how I have not really given into the “anything goes philosophy” as being applicable for those who have matured and...

WHEN WE ARE TOO COGNITIVE

ByDr. Mark April 15, 2021 0 Comments

“All Scripture is inspired by God and beneficial for teaching, for rebuke, for correction, for training in righteousness; so that the man or woman of God may be fully capable, equipped for every good work.” (2 Timothy 3:16-17 NASB) There are days when I know I am too cognitive, continually thinking, constantly concentrating on things that congregate in the center of my mind. I’m...

SOMETHINGS MISSING IN THE HAM & BEANS!

ByDr. Mark April 14, 2021 0 Comments

“ Everything that goes into a life of pleasing God has been miraculously given to us by getting to know, personally and intimately, the One who invited us to God. The best invitation we ever received! We were also given absolutely terrific promises to pass on to you—your tickets to participation in the life of God after you turned your back on a world corrupted by lust. So don’t lose...

WHY DIDN’T I?

ByDr. Mark April 13, 2021 0 Comments

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.” (Proverbs 3:5-6 NKJV) How many times have we looked back at some of our decisions in life that shaped are destiny? Didn’t we ask ourselves the question, “Why didn’t I?” Or have you ever thought about how you could have...

GRANDMA’S HAND

ByDr. Mark April 12, 2021 0 Comments

“…God had decided on an even better plan for us...” (Hebrews 11:40 GNB) Note that I did not say, Grandma’s Hands. Even though Bill Withers refers to both hands in his famous recording that includes the lyrics, “went to church on Sunday morning,” would serve as a commendation or compliment for example set by churchgoing grandmothers in our day, I chose to stick with s singular...