Posted in hope on Jun 4th, 2015
We all agree that simple is good.
I enjoyed the reminder of this truth that I read this morning during my devotional time.
“The Lord is my rock, my fortress, and my Savior”
These simple words of 2 Samuel 22:1 instantly encouraged me.
I found comfort in knowing just […]
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Posted in repentance on Jun 3rd, 2015
If there is an enduring obstacle to your pursuit of a settled life, perhaps there is an unjust decision in your past, whether made by you or someone close to you.
If you believe in God, then you have to believe that people will always — eventually — face consequences for unjust decisions that harmed others.
You […]
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Posted in anger on May 20th, 2015
I Samuel 26 describes the opportunity David had to kill King Saul, the unjust ruler whose jealousy left him obsessed with killing David.
Despite the persistent push of Saul to end David’s life, the young king-in-waiting resisted the temptation to seek revenge against Saul.
The opportunity was right there for the taking, according to the […]
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Posted in kindness on May 12th, 2015
You can give life to somebody today.
Perhaps even several people.
It’s all in how you speak to them.
“Gentle words are a tree of life; a deceitful tongue crushes the spirit.” (Proverbs 15:4)
It’s easy to speak gently to […]
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Posted in Uncategorized on Apr 9th, 2015
If you see somebody troubled by worry, you can help them transform from “worrier” to “warrior.”
I’m not talking about martial arts training or paying off their debts or resolving their health issues.
I’m talking instead about helping them to know that they’re not alone.
Encouragement is everything when it comes to having victory over […]
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