Tag Archives: Filled

Moment by Moment

This morning, I walked over 8 miles. It didn’t happen in the moment when I walked outside. Instead, I had to walk step by step over two hours to go the full distance. There aren’t a lot of things that we have to pay attention to moment by moment in order to succeed. We watchContinue reading “Moment by Moment”

Surpassing Knowledge

When we learn something new, most of the time, that new knowledge gives us benefits beyond the information that is learned. Opportunities will come our way that before were unknown to us. We will be able to use this new information in ways that benefit ourselves and others. Paul gave this prayer for the EphesianContinue reading “Surpassing Knowledge”

Waters Cover the Sea

Today, we spent some time on the shore of Lake Michigan. As far as we could see, we could only see water. I don’t know how much water is in this lake, but I do know that it’s a lot of water, and this is just one of the Great Lakes. Habbakuk 2:14 says, “ForContinue reading “Waters Cover the Sea”

Parachuting

I have never had the urge to go parachuting. But if I did, I would want to know that I am receiving instruction from a highly qualified teacher, who also offered the best equipment that money could buy. In every way, I would want to be prepared for the jump and subsequent safe landing. ExodusContinue reading “Parachuting”

Thanksgiving Words

Sometimes, I am appalled at the words that come out of my mouth. Words of complaining, blaming, criticizing, and impatience seem to flow easily. On the other hand, words of encouragement, blessing, thanks, and praise seem to choke in my mouth and my mind. Why is it easier to speak destructive words rather than constructiveContinue reading “Thanksgiving Words”