“I” is in “gift”, but is that what gifts are about? Are gifts about getting? That is something we enjoy and we ought to express due appreciation for what we do receive. However, another manner in which “I” enters into the giving of gifts is when there is the personal desire to gain the attention for having been … [Read more...] about NOT “I”-LESS!
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FOLLOWING!
On Jesus’ third appearance to His disciples (John 21:14) following His resurrection, in a personal conversation with Peter (John 21:15-19), looking ahead Jesus stated to him. . . “(18) “Truly, truly, I say to you, when you were young, you used to dress yourself and walk … [Read more...] about FOLLOWING!
WHAT ARE WE FEEDING?
There is more to me than just the me I see. There is more to me than the me you see. There is more to me than what might attract outward attention. There is something deeper than outwardly seen. And yet, what is given the most attention? What about your own life? To illustrate the point … [Read more...] about WHAT ARE WE FEEDING?
DEVELOPING MUSCLE!
For me to say, “I believe I can pick up that paperclip” is not really faith at all because I know I would not have to exert much energy to do so. In fact, I could continue picking it up all day long and the only thing draining me might be a sense of monotony. Picking up a paperclip would not be stretching myself at all. However, for me … [Read more...] about DEVELOPING MUSCLE!
LIVING OUT FRONT!
Being first! Leading the way! Out front! Is that the place we seek? Such could be viewed as being very self-centered. However, there is a sense in which such a desire is precisely the right focus. In his letter to Christians at Rome, Paul urged. . … [Read more...] about LIVING OUT FRONT!
