As Paul encouraged those at Corinth to willingly follow through on the giving they had earlier committed to (2 Corinthians 9:1-5) for the purpose of helping needy saints in Judea (1 Corinthians 16:1-3; 2 Corinthians 9:1), he ultimately noted -- as a foundation for generosity -- what they had received by the … [Read more...] about THANKS FOR THE GIFT!
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LOVING THE LIGHT!
Among the things I love this time of year are the lights adorning fences, houses, and trees. As we pass houses our eyes are even caught by the decorative illumination visible through the windows as the festiveness of the lights is even appreciated indoors. They are beautiful. They are cheerful. They illuminate. And … [Read more...] about LOVING THE LIGHT!
GREATEST USEFULNESS!
As we consider spheres of greatest usefulness would we agree such would be spheres of greatest need? Considering those working for the fire department, though there are things to be done around the station -- including keeping all equipment in working order and keeping up on training -- what is their greatest … [Read more...] about GREATEST USEFULNESS!
GOOD FOR THEM!
“I don’t deserve this!” “I shouldn’t have to put up with the brunt of their attitude!” “Why don’t they just grow up!” Do any of those statements sound like the way we have felt at times in our interaction with others? We may sometimes wonder about what we end up … [Read more...] about GOOD FOR THEM!
GOOD LIFE!
The “good old days.” They are often spoken of with fondness. People reflect back on times when life seemed better, friendlier, slower paced, or less complicated. However, every period of history has had its challenges. Tough times were part of the “good life” of former days just as they are part of the days in which we … [Read more...] about GOOD LIFE!
