Philippians 2:3 New International Version (NIV) Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, For meditation Selfishness is one of the greatest enemies of unity in all relationships. It destroys marriages and rules the affairs of the couple with greed. When this ugly animal rears its head in … Continue reading Unselfish Living
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The Ridiculous Things Of God
Leave here, turn eastward and hide in the Kerith Ravine, east of the Jordan. You will drink from the brook, and I have directed the ravens to supply you with food there - 1 Kings 17:3-4 This Papa that we serve! It is amazing the things He does and how He does them sometimes. His ways are … Continue reading The Ridiculous Things Of God
The Reward of Competence
Proverbs 22:29 New Living Translation (NLT) Do you see any truly competent workers? They will serve kings rather than working for ordinary people. For Meditation Do you appreciate the value of competent work? Are you aware that how people appreciate your value is a function of the skills you bring to your work (Proverbs 22:29)? … Continue reading The Reward of Competence
Pretentious Listening
Matthew 13:13 New International Version (NIV) This is why I speak to them in parables: “Though seeing, they do not see; though hearing, they do not hear or understand. For Meditation How true scripture is! We pretend to listen to our spouses, but many times, our hearts are not attentive. It is not because we … Continue reading Pretentious Listening
When They All Desert You…
Matthew 26:56 New International Version (NIV) But this has all taken place that the writings of the prophets might be fulfilled.” Then all the disciples deserted him and fled. For meditation Have you ever felt this lonely before – the time when all your trusted friends and family deserted you? But, didn't they make you think … Continue reading When They All Desert You…
Informed to Share
But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord.” (Lk. 2:10-11). The night was quiet with a gentle breeze caressing the forehead of Daniel. He … Continue reading Informed to Share
The Look that Changed Everything
Mark 8:33 New International Version (NIV) But when Jesus turned and looked at his disciples, he rebuked Peter. “Get behind me, Satan!” he said. “You do not have in mind the concerns of God, but merely human concerns.” For Meditation Imagine this scene. Jesus is with His disciples on the way to some villages around Caesarea Philippi. He … Continue reading The Look that Changed Everything
Do You Know the Source?
Haggai 1:12 New International Version (NIV) Then Zerubbabel son of Shealtiel, Joshua son of Jozadak, the high priest, and the whole remnant of the people obeyed the voice of the Lord their God and the message of the prophet Haggai because the Lord their God had sent him. For Meditation Who wants to be deceived? Who takes delight in disappointment, failure, or … Continue reading Do You Know the Source?
Forgive That Person, Please!
Philemon 1:8-10 New International Version (NIV) Therefore, although in Christ I could be bold and order you to do what you ought to do, yet I prefer to appeal to you on the basis of love. It is as none other than Paul—an old man and now also a prisoner of Christ Jesus—that I appeal to you for … Continue reading Forgive That Person, Please!
