Having a healthy sense of self-esteem is good. Knowing we have abilities and strengths to contribute in life helps maintain a healthy sense of purpose. To feel we have something of value to offer in this life’s varied activities can provide us with a sense of personal value. Though we should be careful what activities … [Read more...] about OUR STRENGTH!
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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!
YES, TO UNDERSTAND!
Yesterday we considered the following quote: “Tell me, I’ll forget. Show me, I may remember. But … [Read more...] about YES, TO UNDERSTAND!
CHARACTER VERSUS “RELIGIOUS” REPUTATION!
During one of our Bible studies, I asked the congregation to give me what they saw as the difference between character and “religious” reputation. Someone pointed out how they should be the same and I agreed. However, is it always the case? Among the contrasts … [Read more...] about CHARACTER VERSUS “RELIGIOUS” REPUTATION!
WALK OF THANKSLIVING!
In his letter to the church at Colossae, Paul urged. . . “(6) Therefore, as you received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in him, (7) rooted and built up in him and established in the faith, just as you were taught, abounding in … [Read more...] about WALK OF THANKSLIVING!
