Have you ever stretched a rubber band between yourself and another person to see how far it would stretch? How brave were you? Who let go first out of fear of being snapped? Playing with rubber bands is all fun and games until someone loses an eye! Have you … [Read more...] about RUBBER BAND AND SLINKY!
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LIFE IN CHRIST! (Part 1 of 3)
The Christian walk is characterized by many actions, experiences, and blessings. Some of these directly impact our own self while others impact the lives of others. Nevertheless, all of it can direct the focus toward the Lord and glorify Him. Today and over the next two days, let us consider three things characterizing the Christian … [Read more...] about LIFE IN CHRIST! (Part 1 of 3)
A PIECE OF!
When someone asks, “You want a piece of me?”, it implies a willingness to fight. It is the making of a challenge! Perhaps it parallels the idea of “put up or shut up.” And if a fight is not really wanted, the desire might be to at least intimidate another into backing … [Read more...] about A PIECE OF!
POSSIBLE PEACE!
Someone has said, “Always forgive your enemies; nothing annoys them quite as much.” [source: “1600 Squibs And Quips”, compiled by E.C. McKenzie] Such a willingness may not necessarily annoy, but it surely may surprise. To respond in a more merciful way to those who do not … [Read more...] about POSSIBLE PEACE!
LIFTING THE FOCUS!
As Jesus was in the upper room with His disciples prior to going to the garden where He would be arrested and led away to ultimately be crucified, He knew what the disciples would go through. Amongst His encouraging words that night were. . … [Read more...] about LIFTING THE FOCUS!
