“Thanks a lot!” and “Thanks a lot!” Though the same words, different voice inflection can give those statements entirely different meanings. One could be spoken sarcastically [i.e. “Thanks a lot for nothing. I might as well have done it myself.”], while the other very sincerely [i.e. “Thanks a lot. I couldn’t have done it without your help.”] What marks our thanks to … [Read more...] about THANKS A LOT!
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IT’S HIS DUE!
It is far too easy to take relationships for granted. How often do we say “Thank you” for what others in our family are to us? How often do we say “Thank you” to friends or coworkers with whom we interact on a regular basis? How often do we say “Thank you” to our brothers and sisters in Christ when we assemble together, acknowledging the value of the relationship that … [Read more...] about IT’S HIS DUE!
TAXED TO DEATH!
Remember studying about the Boston Tea Party (December 16, 1773)? Due to England’s taxing of tea brought to the colonies, the tea was thrown overboard in the harbor as a protest. Though there are taxes people willingly vote for to support various programs, being taxed is not necessarily a love in life. Though there are taxes which cannot be avoided, there is an area we need … [Read more...] about TAXED TO DEATH!
SUFFICIENCY’S SOURCE!
Someone has stated, “You may worry about being judged, failing publicly, or being seen as “not enough.” That fear can quietly shape your actions. It convinces you to play small, avoid risk, or hide your fullest talents. Many people do not realize how much of their life is dictated by the invisible barrier of self-doubt. Rejection closes a door outside of you. Fear closes the … [Read more...] about SUFFICIENCY’S SOURCE!
HIT IN THE GUT!
To be hit in the gut physically can knock the wind out of us. Such a blow could also knock us to our knees. However, the same is true when it happens emotionally and that is good reason to be brought to our knees in prayer. There are times when experiences of life are felt in my gut. Those are moments when I am hit in such a way I have felt physically sick to my stomach. … [Read more...] about HIT IN THE GUT!
