When my granddaughter was young, she would often shout, “This is cause for celebration!” I loved the joyous attitude. Sometimes we are so busy and burdened that we miss frequent causes for celebration that enter our lives. And sometimes we abuse a celebration in indulgence and blind repetition of traditions. A real celebration leads usContinue reading “Real Celebration”
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Celebrate the Festival
We’re Talking About Practice
Years ago, it famous basketball player made the phrase, “We’re talking about practice”, famous. He was disputing the importance placed by his coach upon the importance of practicing well. Most of us, however, understand the importance of practicing good habits and skills in order to become proficient. Hebrews 5:14 says, “But solid food is forContinue reading “We’re Talking About Practice”
Powers of Discernment
Festival
When we lived in Nepal, we watched people celebrate the many festivals of Hinduism and Buddhism. It gave us a new perspective on our own festivals. While many Hindus and Buddhists are sincere believers and devotedly celebrate the festivals, many people used the festivals to indulge in party excesses. The same is true in ourContinue reading “Festival”
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Why Is This Happening?
When we suffer, we tend to ask, “Why is this happening?” Perhaps then, we blame God for our troubles. Then again, maybe we seek revenge against someone that we believe who did evil against us. Perhaps the trouble is really in our eyes. We really can’t see far ahead most of the time. Things getContinue reading “Why Is This Happening?”
