The Chaplain's Corner




Guest blogger, Chaplain Paul, is one of the most effective chaplains in America today. He is an emergency responder to every situation.

Hey, this is the Chaplain again.

Earlier this week I was driving to an appointment in an adjoining county. I took the back roads, the scenic route, and came across an old farm house. It had been a grand old home; two stories with a high pitched roof, and dormers in the attic.

There were old fashioned lightning rods on the roof peaks. There was a wide covered porch that had wrapped around three sides of the house. It was once a fine place for a family to live. But now – the doors and windows are all gone. The porch roof has collapsed and the whole house is leaning to one side. No one had trimmed the once beautiful bushes in many years and the foundation is crumbling. Neglect has all but destroyed the old home place.

Our lives can be like that. We need constant maintenance to stay in shape – especially when it comes to our spiritual wellbeing. Remember, all you have to do is nothing for decay to start.

There are so many verses in the Bible that warn us about the need for spiritual maintenance:

“Keep vigilant watch over your heart; that's where life starts.”Prov. 4:23

“Guard what God has placed in your care! Don't pay any attention to that godless and stupid talk that sounds smart but really isn't.”1 Tim. 6:20

“So stay awake and keep up your guard.”Acts 20:31

“Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be men of courage; be strong.”1 Cor. 16:13

“Be on your guard and stay awake. Your enemy, the devil, is like a roaring lion, sneaking around to find someone to attack.”1 Pet. 5:8

You cannot stand still spiritually; you are getting closer to the Lord – or you’re backing away. That’s just how it is!