Fear of Dying
Excellent or Praiseworthy is posted on Monday and Thursday nights. Then He said to them all: “If anyone would come after Me, he must deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow Me. For whoever wants to save…
Tribute to a Great Military Wife (and Mom)
Excellent or Praiseworthy is posted on Monday and Thursday nights. Editor’s Note: In memory and honor of my Mom, who passed away a year ago, I am re-posting this writing from last summer. Precious in the sight of the LORD…
When Jesus Passes By
Excellent or Praiseworthy is posted on Monday and Thursday nights. As Jesus approached Jericho, a blind man was sitting by the roadside begging. When he heard the crowd going by, he asked what was happening. They told him, “Jesus of…
A Higher Level of Readiness
Excellent or Praiseworthy is posted on Monday and Thursday nights. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. – I Peter 3:15 We met with them…
Happily Ever After?
Excellent or Praiseworthy is posted on Monday and Thursday nights. Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. — Matthew 5:3,4 In just about every…
True Freedom
Excellent or Praiseworthy is posted on Monday and Thursday nights. Therefore, if the Son makes you free, you shall be free indeed. —John 8:36 I opened my email first thing this morning and read a message from a sweet military…
“God Bless America”
Excellent or Praiseworthy is posted on Monday and Thursday nights. Blessed is the nation whose God is the LORD . . . . — Psalm 33:12 It’s a song, a famous song, but did you know that it really is…
Hebrews 10:25 Encouragement
Excellent or Praiseworthy is posted on Monday and Thursday nights. Remember the Sabbath day by keeping it holy. — Exodus 20:8 Like most of you I have been TDY or deployed more times than I can count—away from my own…
“Whose Arm Doth Reach the Ocean Floor”
Editor’s Note: Excellent or Praiseworthy is privileged to post a devotional written by Heather, oldest daughter of Angus and Denise McColl, the family whom I wrote about in an Excellent or Praiseworthy posting entitled, "What Would It Look Like?" I…
Moving Experiences
Excellent or Praiseworthy is posted on Monday and Thursday nights. The LORD will watch over your coming and going both now and forevermore. — Psalm 121:8 Some PCS moves you anticipate—others come as a surprise. Some moves are a relief—others…