Drinking From My Saucer
Today finds me purging through my old files, yet again. It is so easy to…
Deacon AllenApril 23, 2026
Lenten Pruning
As I was driving to church for a meeting, I passed some workers trimming trees…
Deacon AllenMarch 5, 2026
That Difficult 5-Letter Word
If you’ve been following my writings for a while, you will have noticed that I…
Deacon AllenAugust 21, 2025
The Times Are A-Changin’ (Again)
Last weekend, my wife and I watched a movie about the life of Bob Dylan…
Deacon AllenAugust 14, 2025
Centered or Off-Centered?
One of the focus areas I strive to improve upon in my spiritual life is…
Deacon AllenJune 22, 2023
The Power of Perseverance
“If you’re going through hell, keep going. ~Winston Churchill
Deacon AllenNovember 3, 2022
Neither Hair Nor There
Have you ever experienced a spiritual awakening while getting a haircut? This is somewhat of…
Deacon AllenJuly 14, 2022
Persistence Pays Off
Today, we meet a Syrophoenician woman (Mark 7:24-30), which means she was from the area…
Deacon AllenFebruary 13, 2020
Seeing Clearly
For those who have not noticed, I am now wearing eyeglasses all the time. This…
Deacon AllenFebruary 28, 2019
There is None Greater
What does it take to be great? According to the Lord, it takes humility. “The Lord…
Deacon AllenDecember 14, 2017
