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Cold Hearted

When we speak of a cold hearted person, we speak of someone who has no kindness or compassion. They think only of themselves and what is best for them. In the extreme, a cold hearted person may inflict violence on another person. While a warm hearted person is open to receiving others and has concernContinue reading “Cold Hearted”

Heart of Flesh

Works of Art

Let’s imagine for a moment that I am a great artist. In this fantasy, I have created many works of art admired by the world and have become quite famous for my artistic talent. Many of my works are displayed in famous museums around the world. Yet, there is one small piece of art thatContinue reading “Works of Art”

The Work of God’s Fingers

Rain From the Heavens

I have noticed that rain is somewhat unpredictable. Weather forecasters give us a percentage chance of rain for the day, but it actually means that they expect rain to cover that percentage of a certain area. Rain can fall when it is sunny. In our area, we sometimes get rain that doesn’t wet the ground,Continue reading “Rain From the Heavens”

Raining Righteousness

Upholds

The word “uphold” is not one that we use a lot. It means to confirm, support, and maintain. We say, “I uphold the truth,” meaning we confirm our words to be the truth. Certain parts of a building’s structure are designed to uphold the structure or to support and maintain the structural integrity. Where canContinue reading “Upholds”

Faithful and Kind

Purpose Fulfilled

When I set out to do something, many things can keep me from accomplishing my plans. I may not have the tools or abilities to do what I intended to do. An urgent matter may arise, taking me away from the task. Or I may simply become interested in something else. Job 42:2 says, “IContinue reading “Purpose Fulfilled”