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Uphill, Downhill, and Level Ground

Recently, I hiked several trails in the mountains of a national park. All the trails were surrounded by majestic beauty. The uphill portions of the trails were slow going and quickly drained my energy. The downhill portions of the trails were easier and quicker in many ways, but they were also more dangerous as itContinue reading “Uphill, Downhill, and Level Ground”

We Need Each Other

I am an extremely introverted person. Being with people drains my energy. Often, I need to take time alone to recharge after social activity. Yet even I know that I need other people. I need to give and receive love and support. I also know that I am better with other people. Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 says,Continue reading “We Need Each Other”

What Qualifications Do We Possess?

When we are seeking a new job or promotion, we are hoping that our qualifications match the job requirements and desires of the employer. Often we will spruce up our resume to highlight the experiences and education requested in the job posting. We are thus trying to make ourselves look good in the eyes ofContinue reading “What Qualifications Do We Possess?”

Package Delivered

We keep looking outside to see if it has come yet. We check and recheck the delivery tracking details online. We don’t know what is in the package, but our loved one said that it was on the way. So we impatiently wait to receive the package and find out what is in it. PsalmContinue reading “Package Delivered”

Know the Tree By Its Fruit

As we drove the highway through central California, we saw thousands of fruit trees and grape vines. Most of them looked strong and healthy, ready to produce delicious fruit. Some, however, looked a bit scrawny and unhealthy and not at all likely to produce good fruit. Matthew 7:16-17 says, “You will recognize them by theirContinue reading “Know the Tree By Its Fruit”