Capitulation is the act of surrendering or giving in to another. It is defined as “the action of surrendering or ceasing to resist an opponent or demand.” Sometimes it is the choice that may be made for the sake of a relationship as one’s personal preference is set aside. Though this may not appear beneficial in all … [Read more...] about COMPLETE CAPITULATION!
Wisdom
WHAT LISTENING TO!
Sometimes someone using earbuds or headphones is asked, “What are you listening to?” Such a variety of music is so readily available for our listening pleasure. There is also a great variety of audio books and podcasts to be chosen from for our listening pleasure. However, how much of it is for our pleasure but … [Read more...] about WHAT LISTENING TO!
IT IS WRITTEN!
When our Lord was tempted by the devil in the wilderness, Jesus responded to each of the three challenges on the foundation of, “It is written.” (Matthew 4:4, 7, & 10) For us also, what is written by God is the foundation on which we should stand and live and from which we should respond to the … [Read more...] about IT IS WRITTEN!
PEOPLE PLEASER?
A “people pleaser” is one who feels compelled to please others even to their own hurt. It often stems from a desire for the approval of others and can lead one to becoming a prisoner of the opinions of whomever they are around. It is to allow the desires of others to determine how life will be approached. That … [Read more...] about PEOPLE PLEASER?
A TELLING THING! (Part 2 of 2)
A telling thing in this world is that some only like to hear what they want while others are open to having others tell it like it is. Which are we? What would bring the most benefit. Yesterday we considered the first of these. Let us now consider the … [Read more...] about A TELLING THING! (Part 2 of 2)
