Can you think of a worse epitaph for a Christian!? I can’t. This should never be the last words spoken over a person who thinks/believes they are a visible Christian. However, I think the point is – is there any evidence supporting your claim of being a Christian? How would others know you are a […]
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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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The most important person of that three-some is the Holy Spirit. The most incredible realization is that You have been given specific gift(s) by the Holy Spirit. And the most blessed person is You. What a fantastic learning. The How you receive your gift is always personalized. The how should never be compared but extolled
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Do you have a ‘what’s next’ attitude? About 4/5 the way through the current activity/project, do you begin wondering what is just around the corner? Not that you are necessarily finished where you are or expectantly looking for your ‘next’, but you are beginning your process. This attitude can really relate to just about anything
We will never know ahead of time when ‘The End’ will come. Period. I think there are a variety of reasons why – not the least of which is how our focus would change based on this specific knowing. We need to be engaged in our days, we need to be sharing our talents and
Are you seeking? … for? Have you found what you are seeking? Are you in ‘possession’ of what you sought? What are you doing with the results of what you found? Honestly, sometimes we really aren’t certain about what we think we are seeking. Since the Father doesn’t play games, doesn’t tempt, doesn’t withhold any
If you look at yourself, you WERE a wretch – not ARE. You are undeserving. And yet, you have been chosen by God’s grace – it isn’t of yourself. Look at Ephesians 2 – this is written about and to all who accept the gift of life in Jesus through faith. “But God, being [so
I wonder… do we really understand hope? Do we have a viable and active definition of the word? Do we act in hope? Or… is it the last step after having done everything we know… we hope? That’s not a particular strong or effective foundation. However, it is NOT an effectual word with no power.
Hope… a last resort? Read More »
Have you ever thought that standing wasn’t passive? How do YOU understand this word, spiritually. Not certain the secular and spiritual define standing in the same way. Standing is not nor has it ever been a passive word, it never is a do nothing time. “So now, take your stand and see this great thing
I used to not believe in failure primarily because of how the word was defined and applied and ALL the emotions that surround this word. Now I think I’ve gain a different perspective and understanding on how the word should be defined and applied. Failure really isn’t only defined by the level (or lack) of
Just write down any questions that you may have and I will get back to you in a jiffy!
