As noted yesterday, how often have the poor been pitied while the rich are envied? What is it to truly be poor or truly be rich in the final scheme of things? Often with the beginning of a new year we hear good wishes of health, wealth, and happiness. But … [Read more...] about POOR POOR? (Part 2 of 3)
Jesus
MEAN BUT NOT MEAN!
It is not wrong to mean what we say or do, but the manner in which we do so is important to consider. Even as we share with the world why we believe in Jesus as the reason for our hope, we are to “do it with gentleness and respect.” (1 Peter 3:15 ESV) Paul also urged Christians at Ephesus to be mindful of speaking the … [Read more...] about MEAN BUT NOT MEAN!
SELF-SERVE!
“Self-Serve!” It is posted at gas stations. It marks checkout areas at grocery stores. It is what one does at smorgasbord restaurants. It is also the way some live life; living a self-centered, self-serving life, focusing only on what they desire for themselves. However, there is a sense in which thinking of self can enhance our manner of properly … [Read more...] about SELF-SERVE!
LISTENING PREFERENCE!
My wife sometimes accuses me of repeating the words she has said, but doing so with a twist. Sometimes it is by putting inflection or punctuation in a different place, or using her exact words, but in a different order. This has become a source of humor for us rather than a serious issue as my twisting around is only done in fun. … [Read more...] about LISTENING PREFERENCE!
ARISE AND SING!
Someone has said, “No matter what yesterday was like, birds always start the new day with a song.” (original source unknown) I have long loved the sound of birds chirping and singing their songs in the morning. It has always been a great sound to … [Read more...] about ARISE AND SING!
