Tag Archives: kindness

Promised Connection

The social media world promised connection due to increased communication with almost everyone at virtually any time. What they delivered, however, is increased comparison as people compare their lives to the lives of so-called influencers. This increased comparison takes us away from connection, reality, and meaningful action. Colossians 3:12-13 says, “Put on then, as God’sContinue reading “Promised Connection”

Plan For the Day

Not many of us start our day by planning to deceive and oppress others. We don’t intentionally scheme to hurt others, but somehow we occasionally do just that. Zechariah 7:9-10 says, “Thus says the LORD of hosts, Render true judgments, show kindness and mercy to one another, do not oppress the widow, the fatherless, theContinue reading “Plan For the Day”

Leadership Styles

I am retired now, but I have worked under leaders with many differing styles of leadership. Some were genuinely concerned with my success and led with encouragement and support. The major concern of others was that things be done in their way and in their timing. They tended to be more harsh in interactions withContinue reading “Leadership Styles”

Worthy Pursuit

Our lives consist of a variety of pursuits. We have many minor pursuits like tickets to a concert or sporting event, a satisfying meal, or winning a board game. But we also have many significant pursuits like finding a spouse, buying our first house, getting that job or promotion, and seeking more material things. However,Continue reading “Worthy Pursuit”

Mercy and Humility

God enjoys teaching us the simple and basic things. For instance, we are told to forgive others and we are given the example of how He has forgiven us through Jesus Christ (Colossians 3:13). So we should forgive every time and without holding back. We should include ourselves in this forgiveness. We tend to beContinue reading “Mercy and Humility”