When we are tempted, how and where we focus is important. We have considered the needed look within as to the nature of our own desires and our need for looking ahead to and utilizing the pathway of escape God provides. Today, let us consider the upward … [Read more...] about DIRECTING THE FOCUS WHEN TEMPTED! (Part 3 of 3)
Prayer
PART OF THE PLAN!
Sometimes prayer has seemed to be utilized by some as a last resort when all human effort has failed or a panic button when things have gotten out of control. However, prayer is to be an ongoing part of our life. (i.e. 1 Thessalonians 5:17) Is it remaining so with us? Someone has even said, “Prayer isn’t a back-up plan! … [Read more...] about PART OF THE PLAN!
REALITIES!
The varied life experiences of both bad and good are real. Because of the varied focuses and manner of living of those around us, there is both that which can cause us to feel blessed and that which may be perceived as burdensome. However, there are realities on which we ought to fix our focus which provide a constant for pressing on amidst the changing moments along … [Read more...] about REALITIES!
HONEST PRAYER!
A little boy was overheard praying: “Lord, if you can’t make be a better boy, don’t worry about it. I’m having a real good time like I am.” Perhaps we would agree that is a very honest prayer. However, where does such honesty take one? We live in a world … [Read more...] about HONEST PRAYER!
FOUR-WAY FOCUS!
As Jesus addressed the subject of prayer in His sermon on the mount (Matthew 6:5-15), He provided an example of elements which can be included in prayer. He did not provide this prayer as necessarily a prayer to be prayed, but as a model of what prayer ought to be like; an example of appropriate prayer. We read. . … [Read more...] about FOUR-WAY FOCUS!
