Do you ever find yourself at a loss for words? Me? Rarely… rarely. It’s not that I’m not surprised by what we all do and say, it’s more that I typically also have a reaction… one, that I’m pleased to say, I’ve learned to not always articulate. However, the actual shock/surprise/ jaw dropping response resulting […]
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When you hear the words… Let us Pray. What’s the first thing you do? Think about it… I’ll bet any amount that you close your eyes and bow your head. Why? What is the reason, purpose for this? Does this immediately indicate reverence? Respect? Decorum? And are those the words you would use to define
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Organized and Detail Oriented [D and O] are NOT bad words or actions – I did recognize this many moons ago. People who are organized and detail oriented are NOT uncreative or unspontaneous… they simply get the prep out of the way so it can be tweaked along the way, improved, and there is less
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“For we all stumble and sin in many ways. If anyone does not stumble in what he says [never saying the wrong thing], he is a perfect man [fully developed in character, without serious flaws], able to bridle his whole body and rein in his entire nature [taming his human faults and weaknesses].”[James 3:2. AMP]
When you look at yourself, your life – regardless of age – are you living up to your potential…. the promise in you? And when I ask this, I’m asking it from your point of view, not what others have placed upon you. I realize that our view is skewed by what others tell us
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I am in a foul mood so I’m attempting to avoid all people. I’m not certain that I will be able to quench my sarcasm – my default behavior when I’m in ‘a mood’. Doesn’t happen often, but when it does it tends to dominate for awhile. Does any of this resonate with anyone? Do
“But the fruit of the Spirit [the result of His presence within us] is love [unselfish concern for others], joy, [inner] peace, patience [not the ability to wait, but how we act while waiting], kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Against such things there is no law.” [Galatians 5:22-23] Love/Joy/Peace/Patience/Kindness/Goodness/Faithfulness/Gentleness/Self-ControlDo we know the definitions of these
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You do appreciate that if you allow Him, the Lord WILL use you in His service… daily. It may not be dramatic nor ‘eventful’ according to your definitions, but I have discovered that opportunities are all around us. Scripture does teach us to do what’s at hand (read Exodus 4:2 to see what the Lord
I realize that there are countless number of books written about covenants and what they mean and how they form our relationship. This is really an introductory discussion but I believe, especially for Christians, that it is important to realize that when we become Christians, we enter into a covenant with God. Therefore, it’s important
[Writer’s note: this post includes a great deal of scripture – purposely. I’ve kept commentary to a minimum and have provided scripture to prove it’s point. ALL of us have gifts and there is a reason. Because of it’s ability to expand our understanding, I’ve used the Amplified as the source of the scripture. Please
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Just write down any questions that you may have and I will get back to you in a jiffy!
