Forgotten Gratitude

Posted 02 Nov 2011 — by KevinS
Category Psalm

Spear Cartoon 3822 Forgotten Gratitude cartoon

Cartoon of a growling dog and guy. The boy says, “€œHey! Have you forgotten who feeds you?”

This cartoon is based on Psalm 104:24-30.

My wife got a rude surprise the other day. She wanted to put our dog up for the night, but the pooch didn’t want anything to do with it. Perhaps she was guarding one of her bones, or she just didn’t want to move. Whatever reason, she bit my wife. I had fallen asleep. I awoke to a very angry voice cry, “Bad dog!” Unfortunately, our dog literally bit the hand that fed her.

Psalm 104 paints a beautiful picture of how the Lord provides for us. It says that every creature depends on God for survival. Sometimes, people forget that is just as true for them as it is for the sparrow.

Today, let’s think about all the good and perfect gifts the Lord provides for us.

Arguing the Road to Ruin

Posted 25 Oct 2011 — by KevinS
Category 2 Timothy

Spear 3819 Arguing the Road to Ruin cartoon

Cartoon of  two fighting men. They have numerous speach balloons between them. The illustration is based on 2 Timothy 2:14.

“Keep reminding God’s people of these things. Warn them before God against quarreling about words; it is of no value, and only ruins those who listen.”

As a guy, I have a problem. I like to argue once in a while. It may be because I disagree with someone. Or it could be just because I like to ruffle someone’s feathers. It’s especially tempting to do when I know someone has strong opinions and has a temper.

The verse reminded me that arguing does have consequences. Words can not only hurt, but ruin someone. The next time I’m tempted to argue, I need to remind myself how little value this activity brings.

Needs Shout-out

Posted 07 Oct 2011 — by KevinS
Category Philippians

Spear Cartoon 3817 Needs Shout out cartoon

Cartoon of a surprised boy and a celebrating girl. The girl says, “All my needs for today have been met. Let’s give God a shout-out.”

This cartoon is based on Philippians 4:19.

Have you ever stopped to realize how many of our needs have been met? It gets so easy to think about all the things we don’t have and want. There is no doubt people are struggling to make ends meet. There are big needs in this world.

At the same time, many of us DO have all our needs met by God. We have a tendency to forget that and to focus on our next obsession. When that happens, take some time to realize how God has taken care of you. Then you can focus on how can use you to supply the needs of others worse off.

Let’s give a shout-out to the Lord today!

The Kiss of Truth

Posted 06 Oct 2011 — by KevinS
Category Proverbs

Spear 3816 The Kiss of Truth cartoon

Cartoon of two guys. One has lipstick on his face. The other says, “You mean all you did was tell the truth? And she kissed you?” The cartoon is based on Proverbs 24:26.

It’s refreshing when someone tells the truth. That isn’t emphasized today. Even in Solomon’s time, a truthful answer was hard to come by.

When you’re faced with a situation where you are tempted to hide the truth, think about how refreshing the truth can be.

Devotoon: Opinion Disclaimer

Posted 10 Mar 2010 — by KevinS
Category Bible, Bible Study, Ephesians, small groups, webcomic

Spear 1640 Devotoon: Opinion Disclaimer cartoon

Cartoon of  people at a group study. A man says, “The opinions I will express at this Bible study are my own. They do not necessarily reflect those of our church, the pastor or my wife.”

I based this cartoon on Ephesians 4:15

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Devotoon: Choking on Thanks

Posted 09 Mar 2010 — by KevinS
Category gratitude, Luke, Uncategorized, webcomic

Spear 3591 Devotoon: Choking on Thanks cartoon

Cartoon of boy choking while girl eats. The girl says, “You didn’t give thanks for your food, did you?”

I based this cartoon on Luke 17:11-19 Read More

Devotoon: Giving Thanks in Everything

Posted 08 Mar 2010 — by KevinS
Category 1 Thessalonians, Bible

Spear 3590 Devotoon: Giving Thanks in Everything cartoon

Cartoon of  boy and dad next to broken window. Boy says, “We should give thanks that my baseball is okay.”

I based this cartoon on 1 Thessalonians 5:18

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Faith and Dinner

Posted 05 Mar 2010 — by KevinS
Category Bible, faith, Romans, webcomic, works

Spear 3589 Faith and Dinner cartoon

Cartoon of a son and boy at dinner. The son says, “For me, whenever you try a new recipe, it becomes a leap of faith.”

I based this cartoon on Romans 3:27-28 Read More

A Pinocchio World

Posted 04 Mar 2010 — by KevinS
Category lying

Spear 35881 A Pinocchio World cartoon

Cartoon of  two men in an office. A man says, “A little advice, Mr. Pinocchio. I wouldn’t pursue careers in sales, politics or firefighting.”

This cartoon is based on Proverbs 12:22 Read More

Devotoon: Coveting at the Mall

Posted 03 Mar 2010 — by KevinS
Category webcomic

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Cartoon of two women walking. One woman says, “Have you ever tried not to covet when you’re a the mall? It gave me an anxiety attack.”

This cartoon is based on Exodus 20:17