[06/04/2023 “teEn-MAIL”] [This focus was originally sent 08/16/1999 (Edited some 06/12/2009 with passage changed to ESV)] “Go for it!” Isn’t that often the advice of the world? “You want it? Go get it! You deserve it! You can get it! You ought to have it.” Thus, for many, goes the pursuit of happiness. But … [Read more...] about PURSUIT OF A GOOD DAY! (part 1 of 2)
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Our Gracious Father
I don’t know about you, but there have been plenty of times in my life when I messed up and needed forgiveness. There have also been times when I needed support. In fact, I still need forgiveness and support! Even though I believe I will grow and mature, I recognize that I’ll never be perfect. I’ll still make mistakes. We humans can never be complete on our own, despite how … [Read more...] about Our Gracious Father
The Narrow Gate
School is hard. Sure, it’s hard to study, especially if you struggle to focus as much as I do. However, I’m talking about the social pressures of school that are really hard along with the pressure that can be felt in the world today. I remember when I was in high school, there was a time when I realized that my best friends were not true friends of mine. It was incredibly … [Read more...] about The Narrow Gate
DEEP AND WIDE!
[05/09/2023 “teEn-MAIL”] As a child I heard the words and as a parent I spoke them: “What were you thinking?” Thinking hard and long before acting can be of great benefit in many situations. Launching into something without thought can lead to unwanted and even disastrous results. This is a wise consideration … [Read more...] about DEEP AND WIDE!
BLESSING OF DUE ACKNOWLEDGEMENT!
[05/07/2023 “teEn-MAIL”] The manner in which some are sorry is a sorrowful sight. For those it is not sorrow for having done wrong, but only for having been caught. When it comes to sin, there needs to be an acknowledgement that leads to change because repentance is not merely an apology, but an acceptance of … [Read more...] about BLESSING OF DUE ACKNOWLEDGEMENT!
