The social media world promised connection due to increased communication with almost everyone at virtually any time. What they delivered, however, is increased comparison as people compare their lives to the lives of so-called influencers. This increased comparison takes us away from connection, reality, and meaningful action. Colossians 3:12-13 says, “Put on then, as God’sContinue reading “Promised Connection”
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Influence
Benefits
A farmer knows that his farm will yield the best crops when he manages the field well and plants the highest yielding seeds. If he damages his fields, he will not receive the best benefits. Proverbs 11:17 says, “A man who is kind benefits himself, but a cruel man hurts himself.” God’s Word is clear.Continue reading “Benefits”
Be Kind
Untainted
Wherever we go, we bring with us the many experiences and impacts that have affected our lives. No matter how much we may want to remove impurities, we cannot fully do so. Therefore, our words and impacts upon others is tainted by these previous impacts upon us. Psalm 12:6 says, “The words of the LORDContinue reading “Untainted”
Pure Words
Life’s Pursuits
Different people pursue different things in life. Some pursue wealth. Others pursue fame. Still others pursue pleasure. While many achieve their desired results, most are disappointed through failures or the disparity between expectation and reality. Perhaps people are just pursuing the wrong things, things which cannot satisfy the human soul. Speaking about wisdom, Proverbs 8:34-35Continue reading “Life’s Pursuits”
Pursuit of Wisdom
Run Quickly
Most of the time, it is good to stop, think, and plan before addressing some struggle. However, we we become frozen in fear and worry as we face concerns, we ignore one big truth. The battle belongs to the Lord, who is more than capable to successfully bring us victory. I Samuel 17:47-48 says, “andContinue reading “Run Quickly”
Reluctant Retiree 