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Doing Good For Goodness’ Sake

It is natural to want some kind of attention and reaction to the good things that we try to do. But, if we are honest, just the feeling that we get for doing good for others and the knowledge that we did the right thing are sufficient rewards. I Samuel 26:23 says, “The LORD rewardsContinue reading “Doing Good For Goodness’ Sake”

Emergency Services

In our area, we are blessed with fantastic emergency services. They are located just down the street and we hear their calls often. They respond quickly to distress calls and are equipped and trained to handle most emergencies. With a hospitable nearby, most situations are quickly and effectively addressed. Psalm 107:28-31 says, “Then they criedContinue reading “Emergency Services”

Don’t Let Love Grow Cold

What is it about people that we can maintain a strong relationship with a sports team, celebrity, political position, or hobby, and yet can let other relationships grow cold. Whenever our team is active, we wear team colors, watch the games, and even yell out our passion. Whenever our favorite celebrity comes around, we fawnContinue reading “Don’t Let Love Grow Cold”

Be Brave

Sometimes we must be brave in the face of possible opposition. If we express our opinion, we can often expect people to speak up against us. However, we gain a certain amount of confidence when we speak or act upon the truth, even when opposition or ridicule does come. We are bolder, when we standContinue reading “Be Brave”

Fully Known

When our kids were very small, our daughter would often speak on behalf of her brother, who was two years younger than she. She would tell people what he was thinking or what he wanted. She was correct most of the time. Sometimes we have people in our lives that can speak for us, knowingContinue reading “Fully Known”