Though I have posted it before [a quote that has appeared with some variation of wording], the following is a good reminder of where things begin as we consider to where they lead. It has been said, “Watch your thoughts, they become words; watch your words, they become actions; watch your actions, they become habits; watch your habits, they become character; … [Read more...] about FROM HERE TO WHERE?
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HUMBLE GREATNESS!
Some are considered great or consider themselves so because of what they have done. That was a focus of Nebuchadnezzar and God humbled him. (Daniel 4:30-33) Herod took the praise of men to heart and holding the glory for himself, his life was ended. (Acts 12:21-23) It is not the power of accomplishment or position above others that … [Read more...] about HUMBLE GREATNESS!
FOLLOW ME!
In our day of technology others can encourage us to follow them on Facebook, or Twitter, through their Blog, etc. Such following can take place in the comfort of our own home or familiar surroundings. This following may also only be in one’s mind. However, when Jesus urged following Him, we must understand it is to be … [Read more...] about FOLLOW ME!
PEACE! BE STILL!
Jesus had spent a day teaching and then time explaining and giving more parables to His disciples. (Mark 4:1-34) When evening came, urging the disciples to cross to the other side, they left the others and got into the boat. (Mark 4:35-36) We then read. . … [Read more...] about PEACE! BE STILL!
CALLED TO LOVE!
“Love Thy Neighbor!” Those words are sometimes seen on posters or banners. At times they have even been shouted out! And citing Leviticus 19:18, Jesus drew attention to the command’s significance. We are to love our neighbor. We have been called to love, but is what is called loving always the same? Understanding this command as secondary to another command … [Read more...] about CALLED TO LOVE!
