New tasks are much easier when we first read the instruction manual. Ignoring these manuals and instructions makes the learning and implementing processes much more difficult. II Peter 1:19-21 says, “And we have the prophetic word more full confirmed, to which you will do well to pay attention as to a lamp shining in aContinue reading “Read the Manual”
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Lamp Shining In a Dark Place
Adoption As Sons
No Means to Steer
We are all familiar with the story of Noah and the ark. God told Noah to build an ark in the middle of the wilderness. God gave Noah specific instructions on how to build it, what materials to use, and what the dimensions must be. However, God didn’t give Noah any means of directing theContinue reading “No Means to Steer”
God of Hope
Conviction
If you have ever served on a jury, you know of your solemn responsibilty to be convinced of the truth. Evidence is provided by both sides. Then at the end of the trial, the jury deliberates to determine their verdict. I Thessalonians 1:4-5 says, “For we know, brothers loved by God, that he has chosenContinue reading “Conviction”
For We Know
Believed on in the World
We choose to believe on many things during our lifetimes. Some of them are life changing and others fade away over time and experience. We often seek to believe in a higher truth that elevates us to life altering ways of living. That truth is the gospel of Jesus Christ, who offers salvation, redemption, andContinue reading “Believed on in the World”
Mystery of Godliness
Good or Bad
As I go through a typical day, I often ask myself if the thing that I am observing is good or bad. It is not necessarily a bad question to ask as it helps me set the right course for my life. The danger comes if I assign my judgment to the person rather thanContinue reading “Good or Bad”
Reluctant Retiree 