The varied life experiences of both bad and good are real. Because of the varied focuses and manner of living of those around us, there is both that which can cause us to feel blessed and that which may be perceived as burdensome. However, there are realities on which we ought to fix our focus which provide a constant for pressing on amidst the changing moments along … [Read more...] about REALITIES!
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HELP!
Though it has often been stated, “God helps those who help themselves”, that is actually not found anywhere in Scripture. The truth is, I need to surrender to God while duly acknowledging how much He has already done on my behalf. As Paul … [Read more...] about HELP!
HIDDEN POWER!
I love bread. It doesn’t even have to have anything on it for me to enjoy it. And I love to walk into the smell of fresh bread or rolls coming out of the oven. It still amazes me that one can start out with a little bit of dough, mix in some yeast that secretly works its way through the whole batch until it is all leavened (Matthew 13:33), causing it to rise into a bigger … [Read more...] about HIDDEN POWER!
GET UP AND GO!
For some, they feel like their “get up and go” has gone. They lack energy for living. They lack a zeal for pressing on. Perhaps such have even lost their sense of purpose. However, in view of the assurance of hope that is ours in Christ, are we continuing to be compelled by a persevering spirit for pressing on despite life’s … [Read more...] about GET UP AND GO!
RELATIONAL INFLUENCE!
Paul exhorted. . . “(14) Do not be unequally yoked with unbelievers. For what partnership has righteousness with lawlessness? Or what fellowship has light with darkness? (15) What accord has Christ with Belial? Or what portion does a … [Read more...] about RELATIONAL INFLUENCE!
