“They just don’t appreciate what I do for them.” Perhaps we are intensely struck by the ingratitude of others when it is seen. Do we allow that attitude of ingratitude to halt the flow of our kindness toward such individuals? I must confess the temptation to do so arises far too easily than I might like to admit. … [Read more...] about RESPONDING TO INGRATITUDE!
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COMFORT AND SUCCESS!
Views of what brings comfort and signifies success are not always the same. The world often defines success as being comfortable with what they presently have. The one who has much and is living comfortably is the one who is often labeled successful. Perhaps that was how the neighbors of the rich farmer of Jesus’ parable could have … [Read more...] about COMFORT AND SUCCESS!
WRONG CONCLUSION, SAME NEED!
It is far too easy to jump to the wrong conclusions as we look at our own situation and the situation of others. Like Job’s friends, we need to be careful of drawing the conclusion only good things happen to good people and bad things happen to bad people. Perhaps the “why” of some circumstances may never be answered, but we must guard … [Read more...] about WRONG CONCLUSION, SAME NEED!
LIVING WITH!
Life is filled with many varied experiences; some we cherish while some we might prefer to live without. And in the fullness of life, do we duly acknowledge there are many things we could easily live without? However, there are also things we should note as being of great necessity for life. God knows the basic things … [Read more...] about LIVING WITH!
GOT TO HAVE IT!
Today is marked on the calendar as “Valentine’s Day”; a day when many are focusing on love and special relationships. Someone has said, “Love may not make the world go around, but it sure makes the trip worthwhile.” [original source unknown] What a sad life it would be to not be able to experience and … [Read more...] about GOT TO HAVE IT!
