It was around 12pm on a Saturday and Gideon was on his way to Oxford to pick up Chelsey. They were going to Hollywood Bowl to bowl and to have something to eat afterwards. He was really looking forward to that and was relieved that Ruth didn't seem to mind. "I don't mind being alone," …
Some Things Never Change
They say to let bygones be bygones. Forgive those who have trespassed against you. Well, that’s easier said than done. Growing up was tough. My friends and I tried to keep out of trouble and not have any run-ins with the cops. As a Mexican kid, it was hard living in a society which treated …
Persecution
Image by Adobe Stock "Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven" - Matthew 5:10, NEW INTERNATIONAL VERSION 123RF Photo "In fact, everyone who wants to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted" - 2 TIMOTHY 3:12, NEW INTERNATIONAL VERSION iStock Image "God will …
Gina Visits Matt Again
"What are you doing here, Gina?" Matt asked her. "Cam's with my parents today." "I know. I came to see you." "Come in." She went inside. He preceded her to the living-room. While he remained standing, she sat on the divan. "Did you hear about Tanner and Melania?" "Yes, I heard that they're engaged but …
Paul Tells Nita About Mrs. Lopez
It was early Saturday evening. The sun was streaming into the living-room. They had just returned from having dinner at their favorite Thai restaurant. She was standing by the window while Paul stood in front of the leather sofa, watching her. The sunlight was in his face and she could tell from his expression that …
Mrs. Lopez Learns the Truth
Mariana Lopez was on her way home after having dinner with her friend, Rena when she spotted her son-in-law, Paul. He didn't see her. He looked good. Married life must finally be agreeing with him. They hadn't seen him for ages. The family had been very disappointed when they didn't spend Christmas with them. Angie …
Joel and Kira Discuss Family & Soccer
"I feel so badly for Matt," Kira said. "Me too," Joel said. "He's pretty cut up about Mel." "I feel guilty for encouraging her to fight for Tanner." "You shouldn't feel guilty about that, Honey. You want Mel to be happy." "I'm convinced that if she and Matt had stayed together, neither of them would …
Melania Bumps into Gina
It was Tuesday afternoon and Melania had just left the office. She was still pretty steamed about Tanner and Gina. Why was he so determined to go out with her? What did he see in her anyway? Was he so blinded by her looks that he couldn't see her for what she really was? What …
Keep Your Heart
Keep your heart with all diligence, For out of it spring the issues of life. Put away from you a deceitful mouth, And put perverse lips far from you. Let your eyes look straight ahead,And your eyelids look right before you. Ponder the path of your feet, And let all your ways be established. Do not turn to the right …
Joel Tells Kira the News
"Guess what?" Joel said to Kira. "What?" she asked, looking at him. "Gina has agreed to give Matt a divorce." Kira's eyes widened. "She has?" she exclaimed. "I thought she was going to fight him tooth and nail." "I thought so too but Matt called me this morning at the office to tell me that …
Notes to Women 