People have their own ideas regarding proper timing in helping others. Some would say, “Just as soon as they get their act together, I’ll help them out.” or “When they are willing to acknowledge I have something to offer, then I’ll join in to assist.” When one is not acknowledged or feels they have been snubbed, it is easy … [Read more...] about AT THE RIGHT TIME!
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OUR TEACHER!
Today, the first day of April, is focused on by some as “April Fools’ Day.” Also called “All Fools’ Day” it has become known as a day for practical jokes. This custom is noted as having begun in France in 1564 when a change in the calendar shifted New Year’s Day from April first to January first. Those who continued to observe April first were ridiculed … [Read more...] about OUR TEACHER!
NOW WHAT?
I came to a fork in the road today and was faced with a decision to make. I had a destination in mind. I had a time schedule to keep. But there I was facing a fork in the road. What was I going to do? What was I supposed to do? Well, I continued on my way and then began to wonder if I was right. Should I go back? … [Read more...] about NOW WHAT?
SECOND OPINION!
When it comes to getting a second opinion, often it is sought simply because the opinion (or diagnosis) first given is not what the one receiving it desired to hear. Too many times God’s prophets were rejected because the message, though truth, was not good … [Read more...] about SECOND OPINION!
MIXED UP? (Part 3 of 3)
Remembering again the quote from two days ago: “Most people tend to worship their work, to work at their play, and to play at their worship.” [source: bulletin clipping] Yes, we do live in a mixed-up world. We have pondered the attitude toward work and worship, but what about the play? Perhaps if work was … [Read more...] about MIXED UP? (Part 3 of 3)
