For years the packaging of “Cracker Jacks” has been labeled with the words “Prize Inside”. Though the sweet caramel popcorn and nuts were the main product, often -- even before beginning to eat any of the snack -- the prize was sought out first to see what it might be. Personally, I feel the prizes today are not as exciting as they once were. Considering another example … [Read more...] about PRIZE INSIDE!
LINE PUSHING!
Whether liked or not, lines are drawn for a reason. However, there are always those who want to cross the line to do what they desire or push the line for it to encompass what they want. Though all lines drawn by human wisdom may not always be what is best, we must give due attention to the lines God has created as we understand -- based on His perfect love and wisdom -- He … [Read more...] about LINE PUSHING!
THOUGHT TO THOUGHTS!
That which stinks, we generally draw away from. It is not pleasant to hang around uncomfortable smells. However, if the stink is on ourselves, it will follow us wherever we go unless we change our clothes and clean up. Such is also the need when it comes to stinking thinking. At the time of Noah, we read. . . “(5) The Lord saw that the wickedness of man was great in the … [Read more...] about THOUGHT TO THOUGHTS!
HUNGRY?
When you are hungry, what do you crave the most? Have you ever eaten to curb the hunger but then felt unsatisfied? Just filling the gap with any ol' thing that might be available can fill the space but not bring the fulfillment needed. As this is so regarding our physical appetite and our nourishment, it is also true spiritually. How many are feeding their heart and mind … [Read more...] about HUNGRY?
A MATTER OF MOMENTS!
A life reality is there are difficulties that are experienced. Jesus was clear with His disciples regarding some of the things they would face (John 15:18; 16:1-4 & 33), and Peter told his readers to not be surprised by fiery trials they would experience. (1 Peter 4:12) What do we do when going through … [Read more...] about A MATTER OF MOMENTS!
