Category Archives: Caleb
Memories
Gentlemen, I was reminded last night of the value of the past. The Israelites built memorials in the wilderness. These memorials were to remind the wandering Jews of God’s faithfulness in the past. When the time of manna was over a portion was saved in a jar to remind the people of God’s faithfulness. Okay,…
Bad News, Hard Stuff, and Gold
Boaz, I appreciate your words about Ashlee last week. I’m not much of a communicator on-line with people whom I’m not closely connected. Don’t think I don’t value your insight because I was not very responsive to your words. I heard you. What an opportunity you and Ruth have freely given to Ashlee! What a…
What Time Is It?
Hey Sweetie, The thing about hard times is that they don’t last. Do me a small favor. For just a moment look up from your tough circumstances and step away from them. Find someone who is having a hard time and help them. Who comes to mind? I know it sounds like cheesy advice but…
Linear Thinking
To My Friends, I’ve talked to some of you about my personal struggles with what Larry Crabb calls the Law of Linearity. Over the past several days (maybe the last few weeks) I’ve come to some conclusions. Let me share them. I had a difficult time reconciling in my heart and mind how God seems…
From the Foxhole
Just so you know…..I wrote this letter before I knew who was going to get it. I rarely (if ever) write to people to dispense information. My day-to-day existence isn’t so interesting that I would presume that others would find it intriguing. Most men I know enjoy a good war movie. Have you ever seen…
The Big One
Hey Ashlee, From now on this note I am writing to you will forever be known as “that email.” I have a text message from you saved on my cell phone. It says, “Dad, I know you hear God. What is He telling you I should do? Not what you think, but God.” You sent…
Sup
Ashlee Christine, Did you make a promise to your mom about attending MBI? If you did then I was unaware of it. That bit of information changes everything. How does God speak to you in this regard? Does He tell you to ignore your promise and go to Africa? I’m truly curious about this. Does…
Waiting for the Good Stuff
Hey Ashley, There’s some stuff I have to say to you. I’ve not told you before because I don’t want to have with you the kind of relationship that you and your mom have sometimes. The discussions you have with your mom usually degenerate into arguments. Also, I’ve been afraid. You are truly a joy…
Quick Note
Hey You, I don’t think you need my permission to be baptized again. If it helps, I’m not opposed to you doing it again. I do have a question for you to consider between now and the time you get baptized again. This thing you call surrender, what is that? As I continue to live…
The Juicy Stuff
Hey Ashlee, Today will be a busy day. I can’t start cutting grass until the dew burns off so I’ll spend a little time with you. I haven’t read or responded to Boaz’s email yet. Do you want me to tell him to lay off you in the chores department? Should I tell him you…