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All Kinds of Words
We speak and hear all kinds of words during each day. We hear words of kindness meant to encourage us. We hear harsh words designed to humiliate us. We hear words of direction given to lead us in the path that the speaker wants us to go. We hear boastful words meant to promote theContinue reading “All Kinds of Words”
Sweet Words
Forever Promises
When we promise to do something, we must fulfill that promise, no matter the obstacles and without regard to timing. Fulfilling the promise demonstrates our integrity and trustworthiness. We may have to take action to fulfill the promise repeatedly over an extended period of time. Psalm 117 says, “Praise the LORD, all nations! Extol him,Continue reading “Forever Promises”
Forever Faithfulness
Commissioned
Those who are commissioned by some authority, are obligated to fulfill the tasks for which they are commissioned. They are further obligated to represent the authority faithfully according to the instructions given to them. Isaiah 61:1-3 says, “The Spirit of the Lord GOD is upon me, because the LORD has anointed me to bring goodContinue reading “Commissioned”
Anointed by God
Avoid Stumbling
As I get older, I am tending to shuffle my feet more when I walk. Shuffling, or not lifting my feet, causes me to stumble and fall more often. I am usually fine when the walking surface is smooth and well-lit. But add in some obstacles or inattention on my part, and the odds ofContinue reading “Avoid Stumbling”
Wisdom and Discretion
The Quest For More
We are on a quest to get more. We want more money, bigger houses, grander vacations, more sleep, and more attention from others. Nothing seems to fill us. It is like eating the biggest and best Thanksgiving dinner, only to want more. In John 4:13-14 Jesus says, “Everyone who drinks of this water will beContinue reading “The Quest For More”
