When teens are told they cannot do something, at times the response has been, “You don’t let me have any fun.” Rules are often seen as unwanted limitations and a rule setter may be viewed as a “kill joy”. However, being allowed to do whatever we feel like doing, does that always bring joy? Is it not true that lack of joy is … [Read more...] about A FILL JOY!
Knowledge
GOD’S WILL FOR US! (Part 2 of 2)
As we noted yesterday, understanding God’s Divine Will has our utmost benefit in mind, are we remaining open to seeking His Will to be done on earth as it is in Heaven? (Matthew 6:10) Are we desiring for His Will to be done in and through our own life? Then, even in the challenging moments of life, are we … [Read more...] about GOD’S WILL FOR US! (Part 2 of 2)
GOD’S WILL FOR US! (Part 1 of 2)
When we think of God’s Will, perhaps we first begin to think of His commands for our life; the things which are in line with His Divine plan and purpose. In our Lord’s model prayer Jesus included the expression. . . “(10) Your … [Read more...] about GOD’S WILL FOR US! (Part 1 of 2)
READ AND HEED!
READ AND HEED! I recently saw an old “Peanuts” cartoon in which Peppermint Patty is talking to a classmate in front of her as she looks at a finished assignment. Her … [Read more...] about READ AND HEED!
TRY UMPH!
It has been noted that triumph only comes by adding some “umph” to our “try”. What marks our effort? Into what are we investing the “umph” of our focus for the benefit of positive life choices and how is that being reflected in both our actions and our words? Are we trying to put the needed “umph” into our faith … [Read more...] about TRY UMPH!