There are seemingly little things which can really be big things. For example, a simple smile directed at someone can help change a frown into a huge smile on their face. A simple “Hello” when passing another has the potential to change their disposition as they recognize they have been noticed. Simply saying “Thank you” can make even the usual actions … [Read more...] about BIG LITTLE THINGS!
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LOVES COMPANY!
It has been said that misery loves company. It seems that “rebellion” does also. There are some things individuals would perhaps not do alone that they are ready to involve themselves with when in the company of others who are also willing. Youths will carry out malicious acts when joined by peers that they … [Read more...] about LOVES COMPANY!
A FEW MORE YEARS!
Here we are ten days into the new year. At this point in our life the number of years behind each one of us is not the same and how many more may be ahead for each one of us may differ as well. Considering there is a sense in which life is short (i.e. James 4:14), whether the years be few or many, what are we making of them? If we … [Read more...] about A FEW MORE YEARS!
GOTTA HAVE IT!
I have something you should want, but I can’t give it to you. (So don’t ask for it.) I have something you might desire to have, but you can’t take it away from me. (So don’t covet it.) I have something I can share with you, but you still have to get your own. (Now you think I’m stingy!) What I have is something I can help point you toward. I … [Read more...] about GOTTA HAVE IT!
WHEN CARES ARISE!
There is conflict in the world around us which gives rise to concern because we care. There are cares on the mind of each one of us for those whom we love because we care. We also experience concern regarding the personal cares of our own life, but may at times wonder who cares. So, as we navigate through life’s … [Read more...] about WHEN CARES ARISE!