A tall man with a mustache swings the store door open. His black cap perches jauntily on his head—backwards—and he walks with a swagger. His unzipped jacket reveals a graphic T-shirt and a necklace underneath. Two teenage girls trail in behind him, tossing their locks of black hair, with high-top sneakers squeaking on the floor.Continue reading “Strangers”
Tag Archives: Responsibility
How Can They Know?
If thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus; If thou wilt believe in thine heart that He lives; Then thou shalt be saved, and shalt not be ashamed Of this great salvation that He freely gives. Does all the world know Jesus offers them freedom? Four thousand two hundred religions they claim. OfContinue reading “How Can They Know?”
Desertion
Gliding along with the bubbling of water, My boat gently rocks me till I fall asleep— A hand on the oar and my head on a pillow, With frolicking breezes caressing the deep. Life is good. Why should I listen to sounds from the wood? Beyond the tree sentinels, clamoring is heard. It mocks meContinue reading “Desertion”
The Weeping City
Through a windshield splattered with mud and rain— Rain that speckles, trickles, and slides— I watch the city rush by. Reflected on puddles, windows, and mirrors, I see lights— Orange lights, green lights, red and blue blinking. I see trucks and semis, cars and buses— Weaving in and out, honking, splashing, and wailing. I seeContinue reading “The Weeping City”
Inspired to Inspire 