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What Qualifications Do We Possess?

When we are seeking a new job or promotion, we are hoping that our qualifications match the job requirements and desires of the employer. Often we will spruce up our resume to highlight the experiences and education requested in the job posting. We are thus trying to make ourselves look good in the eyes ofContinue reading “What Qualifications Do We Possess?”

Our Appetites Deceive

When I drive past a Dairy Queen (DQ), my appetite for a strawberry sundae rises to the front of my thoughts. I long for the taste, ignoring the impact upon my blood sugar and weight. Our appetite and selfish desires can deceive us into doing things that harm us and can lead others astray. RomansContinue reading “Our Appetites Deceive”

Apprentice

The apprentice listens to the master’s teaching and then watches the master work. He doesn’t begin to do the work himself until the master believes that he is ready. Then the master watches the young craftsman until he demonstrates the skills necessary to do fine work. The apprentice, for his part, must find a skilledContinue reading “Apprentice”

Preferences

Throughout our lives we develop preferences. We like to eat certain things, live in a particular area, gather a group of friends that we prefer to spend time with, and watch specific shows. A problem with our preferences is that they become strong enough to exclude nonpreferential things. A worse affect of preferences is theirContinue reading “Preferences”

Transformed

I have moved several times in my lifetime. It seems that we can always find a new home and different people. It generally takes a while to become acclimated, but sooner or later the new place feels right. However, for the follower of Jesus Christ, we will not be at our true home until weContinue reading “Transformed”