blessed – Reluctant Retiree

An Accounting

Is there a person in your life that is forever reminding you of mistakes you have made. Perhaps it is an unaccepting parent or a friend that haven’t forgiven you of something you have done. That experience is truly hurtful. We all want to be forgiven for wrongs we have done to others. Psalm 32:1-2Continue reading “An Accounting”

Blessed Ones

Stubborn

Some of us can be stubborn at times. We think that we know the right way to do something, until we are proven wrong. To keep us safe and to teach us, various people have had to discipline us. The discipline may come in the form of forceful correction, a driving ticket, or the removalContinue reading “Stubborn”

Blessed Discipline

All Features

Whenever I am fortunate enough to get a new piece of technology, I typically scan the device information and operations manual. By doing this, I learn about many of the device’s capabilities and features. The experience of using the device gives me more information about its features. I need both information and experience to beContinue reading “All Features”

Vision Statement

At the beginning of a new business, it is a common practice to clearly state the company’s values, mission, and vision. This seemingly boring task helps the company stay on the course for which the owners and leaders designed for it. Genesis 1:27-28 says, “So God created man in his own image, in the imageContinue reading “Vision Statement”

Dominion

God’s Handbook for Dealing With Suffering

In this life, suffering is inevitable. People will hurt us and difficult circumstances will come our way. Sometimes, we will even suffer while doing the right things. I Peter 3:14-16 says, “But even if you should suffer for righteousness’ sake, you will be blessed. Have no fear of them, nor be troubled, but in yourContinue reading “God’s Handbook for Dealing With Suffering”

Blessed in Suffering

Circumstances and Attitudes

Many times, our attitudes are affected by our circumstances. It is easy to be joyful, patient, and loving when things are going the way that we want them to go. On the other hand, it is not so easy to be patient while waiting in a long queue, or joyful when we are sick, orContinue reading “Circumstances and Attitudes”