Posted in serving on Jan 30th, 2012
I’ve observed over the years at family reunions, school functions and church fellowship dinners that some people are inclined to help clean up after the event and some people demonstrate more interest in leaving as soon as the event ends.
Fortunately, we all know people who are there until the job is done.
It’s just in [...]
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Posted in fear on Jan 9th, 2012
It’s really important that we press into the Lord, holding Him tightly and making sure to walk close by His side.
That’s how we’ll feel safer in this life, not having to worry about what we’ll eat or wear or drink.
You see, God promises in Matthew 6:25-34 that if we live to please Him, He’ll make [...]
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Posted in blessings on Jan 4th, 2012
Though I’m heading to an early appointment, I wanted to share this inspirational/instructional treat:
“Many, LORD, are asking, “Who will bring us prosperity? Let the light of your face shine on us. Fill my heart with joy when their grain and new wine abound.” (Proverbs 4:6-7)
A sign of spiritual maturity is when you celebrate [...]
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Posted in freedom on Dec 23rd, 2011
We’ve all experienced prisons of one sort or another.
Perhaps it was the prison of physical incapacity because of a serious injury or illness that left us wondering if we’d ever recoup the mobility we desired.
Perhaps it was the prison of grief after the death of an immediate family member.
Perhaps it was the prison of financial [...]
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Posted in kindness on Dec 19th, 2011
We’ll all have some moments during this Christmas season when we’re feeling good about the love — and perhaps even gifts — that we’ve received from others.
We’ll feel our spirits lifted and our steps less heavy.
As we savor these blessings, let’s remember to share a bit of those blessings with others who aren’t experiencing the [...]
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