Sometimes the best way to leave no room for certain things is to crowd them out; just don’t leave any space for them. Where does clutter generally begin to collect? Is it not usually where we have left space for it that has not been put to better use? Not only can this be true within our homes, but also within our … [Read more...] about CROWD IT OUT!
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LOOSED TONGUE!
There is a big difference between a loose tongue and a loosed tongue. A loose tongue can quickly get one into deep trouble while a loosed tongue can be one set free for significant acknowledgment. Consider the following. In what may have been part of the early … [Read more...] about LOOSED TONGUE!
REFOCUS!
Things happen in life which cause us to wonder and worry. We become alarmed as we consider the harm that can and does occur. Yes, we live in a world of real danger. There is the need to live alert to what is going on around us. However, there is also the need to live aware of what is above us; the watchful and assuring power and … [Read more...] about REFOCUS!
LIFE IN CHRIST! (Part 3 of 3)
As we have noted, the Christian walk is one characterized as a changed life and a life of service. Consider one more aspect noted by Paul in the passage we have been noting. We read. . . “(9) For they themselves report concerning us the … [Read more...] about LIFE IN CHRIST! (Part 3 of 3)
RESTORED TO RESTORE!
Reaching out to others with the truth of God’s Word is a significant thing, but significant to it is also the way in which we do so. When I began preaching, a seasoned preacher told me, “Don’t aim so low as to step on toes. Aim for the heart.” (Charles Andrews) At the heart of preaching -- as well as the sharing of the Gospel one on … [Read more...] about RESTORED TO RESTORE!