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Think Before Speaking

We all have heard the expression, “think before you speak.” We have probably experienced many situations when we wished we had done just that. Or at least, we have heard something that other people probably regretted saying later. We are so eager to speak at times that we fail to consider the words that weContinue reading “Think Before Speaking”

Hope And Bravery

As we were driving, I saw a billboard for a substance abuse recovery center. The client was reported to say, “Hope keeps me brave.” I believe that there is a lot of truth in that statement. Hope keeps the soldier and the cancer patient brave. Hope can also keep us brave as we face struggles.Continue reading “Hope And Bravery”

Rural Roads

In our part of the country, we have many two lane country roads. It takes a good deal of patience to negotiate these roads. Slow-moving vehicles in the form of horse-drawn carriages and large trucks impede speeding vehicles. Patience is a virtue necessary to smoothly travel our narrow roads. Luke 8:15 says, “As for thatContinue reading “Rural Roads”

Great Promises

Some promises are too good to be true. “Vote for me and I will help you” is a promise rarely kept to the degree that we want. “This appliance will last forever” is a promise that never is fulfilled. Where can we find promises that we can rely upon? Let’s turn to God’s Word forContinue reading “Great Promises”

Earning Rewards

Sometimes we are presented with the opportunity to earn rewards. We put in significant effort and time to do what is required, only to find out it was not enough and we don’t receive the reward. It can be devastating and is always discouraging, sometimes to the point of not wanting to try again. PsalmContinue reading “Earning Rewards”