We have considered the heart not fully for God and not in tune with God, but what about the heart that is? Can that heart find the song even in challenging circumstances? Even in restraint, can the freedom to well up in song still be experienced? Can even a place of dampness fail to dampen the spirit of song? … [Read more...] about HEART FOR! (Part 3 of 4)
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HEART FOR! (Part 2 of 4)
Yesterday we noted the request for one of the beautiful songs of Zion while exiles were in Babylon. Even when the message of a song is not taken to heart, the singing can still be considered beautiful and pleasant. In this sense the song can become a performance even without any higher purpose. However, has life … [Read more...] about HEART FOR! (Part 2 of 4)
HEART FOR! (Part 1 of 4)
Sometimes people don’t do something because, as is said, “I didn’t have the heart for it.” There are also times people lose heart because of something they are experiencing in life. What is in the heart and on what our heart is most focused will have a dynamic impact on our actions either positively or … [Read more...] about HEART FOR! (Part 1 of 4)
SIGNIFICANCE OF ONE!
The question is often asked, “Can one really make a difference?” We most often view the significance in numbers. However, that is not God’s view! God views the significance of one! God values one! Remember the account of … [Read more...] about SIGNIFICANCE OF ONE!
PURPOSEFUL LIVING!
What is the real purpose behind how we live and what we do? What attitude or focus most compels our actions and responses in our interactions with others? What above all are we seeking? Jesus noted on more than one occasion those who sought the … [Read more...] about PURPOSEFUL LIVING!