“But someone will say, ‘You have faith; I have deeds.’ Show me your faith without deeds, and I will show you my faith by what I do.” – James 2:18, NIV When I synthesize new chemical compounds in the laboratory, the goal is to mix two (or more) reactants together under carefully controlled reaction conditions … Continue reading
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Molecules, Mirrors and the Master (by Len Winneroski)
“Those who live according to the sinful nature have their minds set on what that nature desires, but those who live in accordance with the Spirit have their minds set on what the Spirit desires.” Romans 8:5, NIV One of the great mysteries of life is chirality. Carbon atoms can have different hybridization states … Continue reading
God Loves Green (by Len Winneroski)
“But blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord, whose confidence is in Him. He will be like a tree planted by the water that sends out its roots by the stream. It does not fear when heat comes; its leaves are always green. It has no worries in a year of … Continue reading
Brain Lightning (by Len Winneroski)
“Out of the brightness of His presence bolts of lightning blazed forth. The Lord thundered from Heaven; the voice of the Most High resounded.” 2 Samuel 22:13-14, NIV Have you ever wondered what is going on in your brain when you have a thought? The three-pound human brain is composed of over 100 billion neurons … Continue reading
The Divine Artist (by Len Winneroski)
“For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb.” Psalm 139.13, NIV Did you know that proteins are art? One of the tools that researchers use to visualize the shape of proteins is X-ray protein crystallography. By analyzing the way that proteins scatter high-powered X-rays, scientists can look into the … Continue reading
Living Water (by Len Winneroski)
“The breath of God produces ice, and the broad waters become frozen.” Job 37:10, NIV Did you know that ice is a miracle of science? We have already talked about the structure of the water molecule (H-O-H), and the fact that water molecules form networks of weak hydrogen bonds with other water molecules. Another … Continue reading
My Father’s Workshop (by Len Winneroski)
“For since the creation of the world God’s invisible qualities-His eternal power and divine nature-have been clearly seen, being understood from what has been made, so that men are without excuse.” Romans 1:20, NIV Our Heavenly Father is a Master Inventor. As a scientist, I see the world around me through slightly different lenses. When I … Continue reading
Truth (by Len Winneroski)
“Jesus answered, ‘I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. If you really knew me, you would know my Father as well. From now on, you do know Him and have seen Him.” John 14:6-7, NIV What is “truth”? Truth is defined as the … Continue reading
Experiencing Turbulence (by Len Winneroski)
“Dear friends, do not be surprised at painful trial you are suffering, as though something strange were happening to you.” 1 Peter 4:12, NIV If you have ever flown in a plane there is a very good chance that you have experienced turbulence. Turbulence is caused by the up-and-down air currents that blend the air … Continue reading
Worshiping on the Water (by Len Winneroski)
“Why are you troubled and why do doubts rise in your minds?” Luke 24:38, NIV Do you ever doubt? I am a scientist, so I was trained to doubt under the mantra “In God we trust, all others bring data.” Why is it so hard for us to live lives of faith? I often wonder … Continue reading
Snake and Eggs for Breakfast (by Len Winneroski)
“Which of you fathers, if your son asks for a fish, will give him a snake instead? Or if he asks for an egg will give him a scorpion? If you then, though you are evil know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in Heaven give the … Continue reading
Mad Scientists for Jesus
Check out a very cool website from another mad scientist for Jesus: http://www.madaboutjesus.net
Love Equity (by Len Winneroski)
“For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life. For God did not send His Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through Him.” John 3:16-17, NIV Where are we building equity? … Continue reading
Pontoon Boats and Kayaks (by Len Winneroski)
“If you, O Lord, kept a record of sins, O Lord, who could stand? But with you there is forgiveness, therefore you are feared.” Psalm 130:3-4, NIV Would you rather spend a sunny afternoon in a pontoon boat with friends or in a kayak by yourself? I think that the reason that some of us … Continue reading
Letters to God
Dear God, I pray that my friends get the opportunity to see the movie that You helped make. http://www.letterstogodthemovie.com P.S. Please tell them to bring a pen, paper and lots of tissue
Removing the Veil (by Len Winneroski)
“Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” 1 Thessalonians 5:16-17, NIV Are our lives radiant? This morning I was reading about the radiant face of Moses. The Bible says that, “when Moses came down from Mount Sinai with the two tablets of … Continue reading
Grace (by Len Winneroski)
Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.” Luke 23:34, NIV Grace… Jesus taught us that Grace means putting the interests of others ahead of our own, no matter what the cost. Grace is acting on our own convictions, even when others do not understand or appreciate it. Jesus … Continue reading
Tough Love (by Len Winneroski)
“A new command I give you. Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this all men will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.” John 13:34-35, NIV Love…How did Jesus love His disciples? He called them away from the comforts of this world … Continue reading
Staying Sharp in the Master’s Hand (by Len Winneroski)
“I am the true vine, and my Father is the gardener. He cuts off every branch in me that bears no fruit, while every branch that does bare fruit he prunes so that it will be even more fruitful.” John 15:1-3, NIV It is my desire in life to become a worn-out garden tool in … Continue reading
Inducing Germination (by Len Winneroski)
“I tell you the truth, unless a kernel of wheat falls to the ground and dies, it remains only a single seed. But if it dies, it produces many seeds.” John 12:24, NIV Have you ever wondered how a seed grows after it is placed in the ground? Seeds are made up of an embryo, … Continue reading
Milk, Cud and Meat (by Len Winneroski)
“Anyone who lives on milk, being still an infant, is not acquainted with the teaching about righteousness. But solid food is for the mature, who by constant use have trained themselves to distinguish good from evil.” Hebrews 5:14, NIV Have you ever watched a cow chew cud? Cud is a portion of semi-degraded food that … Continue reading
The Perfect Cast (by Len Winneroski)
“But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give a reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect.” 1 Peter 3:15, NIV Have you ever taught a child to cast a fishing pole? It was … Continue reading
A Burning Heart (by Len Winneroski)
“You, O Lord, keep my lamp burning; my God turns darkness into light.” Psalm 18:28, NIV Has God given you a burning heart? If your heart’s desire is to know Jesus more intimately, and you feel compelled to read and share God’s Word with the rest of the world, then you have a burning heart. … Continue reading
Coming Home (by Len Winneroski)
“For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God…” Romans 3:23, NIV I am a prodigal Christian. This statement may cause you to think of a parable that many of us learned when we were children, the story of the prodigal son. In the Gospel of Luke, Jesus told a parable about … Continue reading
Entering Heaven Like a Child (by Len Winneroski)
“I praise you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because you have hidden these things from the wise and learned, and revealed them to little children.” Luke 10:21, NIV The Lord has blessed me with a Godly wife and four beautiful children. What a tremendous blessing it has been to watch my children grow from … Continue reading
Curing “Perfectitis” (by Len Winneroski)
“As for God, His way is perfect; the word of the Lord is flawless. He is a shield for all who take refuge in Him.” 2 Samuel 22:31, NIV Why are we drawn to perfection? Whether in professional sports, music, art or leadership, we all admire excellence. Perfection is defined as “the highest degree of … Continue reading
Growing Older and Learning to See (by Len Winneroski)
“A wise son heeds his father’s instruction, but a mocker does not listen to rebuke.” Proverbs 13:1, NIV As my wife and I have gotten older, we have had to learn how to work together to see. For instance, reading a medicine bottle used to be easy. If you are over forty you can relate … Continue reading
Working for Hugs, Kisses and the Occasional Chai Tea Latte (by Len Winneroski)
“For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” Matthew 6:21, NIV What is my purpose? The word purpose means; “the reason for which something exists or is done, made, used, etc.” The older I get, the more that I think about this word. I know that I am not alone because Rick … Continue reading
Putting the Pedal Down With Jesus (by Len Winneroski)
“The thief comes only to kill steal and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.” John10:10, NIV If you had the chance to drive a Ferrari Enzo on the German Autobahn would you take it? This vehicle has a top speed of 217 mph and can break … Continue reading
A Singing Heart (by Len Winneroski)
“If anyone is thirsty, let him come to me and drink. Whoever believes in me, as the Scripture has said, streams of living water will flow from within him.” John 7:37-38, NIV I know that real men are not supposed to cry, but I have a confession to make. The closer that I get to … Continue reading
Eyes, Ears and Armpits (by Len Winneroski)
“The body is a unit, though it is made up of many parts; and though all its parts are many, they form one body. So it is with Christ.” 1 Corinthians 12:12, NIV Have you ever wondered about the purpose of an armpit? As a scientist I am compelled to observe the world around me. … Continue reading
Choking on Quail (by Len Winneroski)
“Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is – His perfect and pleasing will.” Romans 12:2, NIV Have you ever choked on a piece of meat? I remember a time … Continue reading
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