New tasks are much easier when we first read the instruction manual. Ignoring these manuals and instructions makes the learning and implementing processes much more difficult. II Peter 1:19-21 says, “And we have the prophetic word more full confirmed, to which you will do well to pay attention as to a lamp shining in aContinue reading “Read the Manual”
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Lamp Shining In a Dark Place
Self-Promotion
We are taught that we can get what we want by working hard and promoting ourselves in the proper environment. We are taught that we must speak up for ourselves and about ourselves. Social media feeds into this perspective as so-called influencers will go to great links to promote themselves. God has a better way!Continue reading “Self-Promotion”
Under the Mighty Hand of God
Shouts of Joy
Sometimes, when I am hiking, I will turn around a bend or reach the summit of a hill and suddenly behold a beautiful landscape. The unexpected beauty fills my soul with joy, and I want to tell others about what I have seen. Psalm 126:2-3 says, “Then our mouth was filled with laughter, and ourContinue reading “Shouts of Joy”
Filled With Laughter
Pay It Forward
As we go through life, there will be times when we do some kindness for another person and yet do not receive kindness or thanks in return. But if we only do these kindnesses because we expect something in return, we will miss out on blessing people and the blessing of knowing that we helped.Continue reading “Pay It Forward”
Sacrificial Offering
In Process
Imagine you one of the world’s greatest artists. You in the process of creating your masterpiece. Someone catches a glimpse of your work during the initial stages. They mention that this creation doesn’t seem to match up with the beauty of your previous works. But they aren’t seeing the final work as you do withinContinue reading “In Process”
Reluctant Retiree 