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God Takes Pleasure in His People

Rewards

We are trained through experience to expect rewards as a result of our efforts. We work at our jobs and expect compensation. We play sports in an effort to win trophies, ribbons, and acclaim. We often do good with a thought as to what we might receive in return. God’s economy doesn’t work in theContinue reading “Rewards”

Take Courage!

Silver Refining

In an effort to remove impurities, silver refining is a complex process. It may use electrolytes and acids and/or heat. The goal is to produce pure and undefiled silver. Psalm 12:6 says, “The words of the LORD are pure words, like silver refined in a furnace on the ground, purified seven times.” God’s Word isContinue reading “Silver Refining”

Pure Words

Opponents Come and Go

Opponents try to prevent us from achieving what we want to do. Opposition comes in many forms and at varying times. It may come in the form of a coworker who resists your efforts to finish the project assigned to you. Opposition may come through the betrayal of a close friend. Our opponent may beContinue reading “Opponents Come and Go”

Finish the Race

Immovable

Due to my age and weakness, many things seem immovable. Some pieces of furniture appear daunting to me, as far as moving them. However, I have never tried to move something that is truly immovable, like a huge mountain. Psalm 125:1-2 says, “Those who trust in the LORD are like Mount Zion, which can notContinue reading “Immovable”

Like a Mountain

Service Attitude

Soon after you walk into a business, you can tell a lot about their service attitudes. Do they greet you with a heartfelt and attentive salutation, or do they ignore you until you arrive at the register? Do they go above and beyond in serving you, or do they help, but only begrudgingly? God welcomesContinue reading “Service Attitude”