is an action word. Yes, it is based in a mindset, based in a belief… but it is an action. And yes, I’ve written about faith before. Probably this word underscores all of my writing, on some level. Again yes, it is always a word in capital letters because it’s strength has to be uppermost […]
Don’t put them down or misplace them or misuse them. Keep them both at hand and keep them clean and ready. Don’t let the sword be nicked and hammer out any dings in the shield.Ephesians 6 (NKJV): “For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, … (12) Therefore take up the whole
Rather presumptuous of me to tell you what you need… but that’s precisely what I am doing! After you are born again – and that does come first – you have to learn and grow to become your best you. Why? Because you are needed and essential to the body. The body is not complete
You may know ‘What’ you believe… but do you know ‘Why’ you believe what you believe? Why is critical because it’s what ‘What’ stands on. Do you believe as you do because that’s how you were raised? Or is it the exact opposite… because of how you were raised? Maybe it’s come through your experiences?
Do you give much thought to your next home? Perhaps it’s my age, but the word/subject flits into my mind more often. Then again, it may be a reaction to how the world is going – in the wrong direction. But what have you envisioned this to be? I know there are books and movies
Cons? How can there possibly be cons?!!! Cons, in my world of definitions, are: 1. Salvation is not explained, not a focus, and the invitation is never issued 2. The Word is not preached 3. Liberal perspectives are embraced and form the foundation for teachings and actions 4. Discipleship is not
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How do you respond to this word? Does it entice you or repel? Obviously, it depends on the context because no one should accept a dangerous challenge. Challenge is perhaps the best descriptive word for dare. But fool-heartiness is never descriptive. Though those of a higher threshold to risk may not fully comprehend the severity…
No one, as in no one, is ever ‘ good enough’. You do realize that no one ever defines those 2 words. Scripture quotes Jesus (quoting Psalms) as saying that no one is good. Read: Romans 3:10-12; Psalm 14: 1-3; Psalm 53:1–3… so why do you think you are… at least ‘good enough’? There has
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What’s your understanding, interpretation, definition of this word? Do you experience ‘punishment’? Is it precarious and capricious… or justified? Regardless, how do you handle these times and what do you do with what you learn? About yourself – your actions, your ownership of what you did or said, your ‘amends’, etc. The Word tells us
Are you? Would you use this word to describe who you are? Firstly… what is YOUR definition? Webster: sadly, Webster defines this word too by its own word, “… having or characterized by courage.” Helpful, yes? The synonyms are adjectives that expand our understanding such as: bold, brave, dauntless, fearless, gallant, heroic, intrepid, valiant, etc.
Just write down any questions that you may have and I will get back to you in a jiffy!
