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Bread of Life

Generous Giving

At this time of year, we take special care in giving. We want to give the right things to each recipient, but we are also constrained by our financial situations. God looks at giving completely differently. He gives to us because He is love and because He knows us better than we know ourselves. HeContinue reading “Generous Giving”

He Can’t Be Outgiven

Sketchy Plans

Many times, what I planned to happen, doesn’t happen the way I planned it. Obstacles like illness, emergencies, weather changes, car breakdowns, and many other things often get in the way of accomplishing what I had planned. I have control of some things, like my intentions and attitudes, but I am far from having controlContinue reading “Sketchy Plans”

Just As Planned

Slow Versus Fast

We like some things to happen fast and some things to come our way slowly. We want aging to occur slowly, but healing from our diseases to occur quickly. We want others to move quickly when we want something, but make excuses when we fail to deliver when we promise. We want others and GodContinue reading “Slow Versus Fast”

The LORD, the LORD

Seasons

It is not officially winter yet, but we have already had weeks of snow and very cold temperatures. Since I love to be outside and hike in nature, this season is not my favorite time of year. Seasons come with good things and some things we would rather do without. Winter brings beautiful views ofContinue reading “Seasons”

Wisdom To The Wise

Contracts and Promises

Businesses use contracts to make commitments for products and services. Their accompanying commitments to integrity and customer service help determine the success of their contracts. People make promises to other people. Their commitments to honesty and love help determine whether they will fulfill their promises. I Kings 8:23 says, “O LORD, God of Israel, thereContinue reading “Contracts and Promises”