Most of our boasting about ourselves is pure foolishness. We often forget about those who helped and supported us in our achievements. It is like the football player who scores a touchdown and immediately goes into an elaborate and showy celebration on the field. He has forgotten the linemen who blocked, the quarterback who threwContinue reading “Foolishly Boasting”
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No Human Can Boast
Who Am I?
We tend to define ourselves by whatever we are doing and, perhaps, by whatever people may say about us. We fear being rejected by people and, therefore, often seek to please others. Even in the best of times, we may be discouraged by who we think we are. I Peter 2:4-5 says, “As you comeContinue reading “Who Am I?”
Chosen and Precious
Undelivered Promises
Advertising campaigns promise to satisfy our desires, because the products that they offer will bring us good looks, financial success, and the overwhelming admiration of others. Even if these products could deliver on their promises, we would still be left unsatisfied and yearning for more. Instead of seeking these benefits, we should be searching forContinue reading “Undelivered Promises”
Satisfied With Goodness
What’s Inside
When someone gives us a gift, we are eager to look inside. Hopefully the giver has exercised some careful consideration to giving us something that will please us, or at least something that we may need. If they have, something within us is satisfied with both the giver and the gift. Psalm 65:4 says, “BlessedContinue reading “What’s Inside”
Brought Near
Building
Suppose you were going to build yourself a new house and money was no object. First, you would find the perfect location. For me, the perfect location would be on the beach somewhere. Then you would work with the best architect to design a house to your specifications and with all the amenities you want.Continue reading “Building”
Reluctant Retiree 