We can form an opinion about someone when we are first introduced to them. However, our opinion is baseless and probably incorrect. The more that we get to know them, our opinion will probably change and become more positive, or more negative. If we develop a negative perception of someone, it is likely that weContinue reading “The More We Know”
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To Be Known
Eternal Celebration
People love parties. Parties differ by size, invitees, and what occurs during the parties. Some last a long time, some not so long. Some invitees are important people, some are not. Some parties are meaningful celebrations and others are just gettogethers. Some parties require formal attire, some are casual. Acts 2:28 says, “You have madeContinue reading “Eternal Celebration”
Full of Gladness
Standing Up For What You Believe
How willing are we to stand up for what we believe in the face of opposition? We may be willing to face verbal abuse for our values. We may even be willing to go into territory dominated by those who oppose our values. Some may be willing to make public protest for their beliefs. SoldiersContinue reading “Standing Up For What You Believe”
God Is Able
When Things Turn Against Us
You have probably heard someone say that we can learn a lot about ourselves and others when things start to go bad. If something goes against us and we immediately get angry, then we may have some weakness in our character. On the other hand, if in these situations we can react with gentleness andContinue reading “When Things Turn Against Us”
Reluctant Retiree 