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!
Wisdom
HIDDEN POWER!
I love bread. It doesn’t even have to have anything on it for me to enjoy it. And I love to walk into the smell of fresh bread or rolls coming out of the oven. It still amazes me that one can start out with a little bit of dough, mix in some yeast that secretly works its way through the whole batch until it is all leavened (Matthew 13:33), causing it to rise into a bigger … [Read more...] about HIDDEN POWER!
RELATIONAL INFLUENCE!
Paul exhorted. . . “(14) Do not be unequally yoked with unbelievers. For what partnership has righteousness with lawlessness? Or what fellowship has light with darkness? (15) What accord has Christ with Belial? Or what portion does a … [Read more...] about RELATIONAL INFLUENCE!
ENHANCED LOT!
Consider a rocky plot of land overgrown with briers and weeds. Not a picturesque sight. However, cleared of debris and leveled off, it can become a suitable place on which even a mansion can be built. In consideration of life, it has been said, “Regardless of your lot in life, you can build something beautiful on it.” (Zig … [Read more...] about ENHANCED LOT!
THE PRESENT!
Perhaps we have seen the young child on their birthday or at Christmas eagerly ripping the wrapping paper off a gift. And though they may show some excitement over what is uncovered, the first is quickly tossed aside to rip into the next and the next and the next until, perhaps, the look on their face seems to imply, “Is that all? Where’s the … [Read more...] about THE PRESENT!
