Lord – Page 24 – Reluctant Retiree

Unity, Despite Differences

I have been in leadership positions on the job and in various organizations. I have learned that meetings can effectively divide people and impede progress. When differing opinions are held, leadership can become divided. A shared vision and mission can help smooth those differences, but something more is needed. The leadership team needs to developContinue reading “Unity, Despite Differences”

One Body

Be On the Watch

In ancient times, many cities were fortified with walls that surrounded them. They set guards in towers and walked around the city to watch for approaching enemies. Guards also manned the city gates to allow entry to authorized persons. Today, many businesses employ security guards to do much the same thing. But on a personalContinue reading “Be On the Watch”

In the Morning

Completely Unwrapped

I am old enough to know that I do not take advantage of every feature that my new electronics can provide. I am probably missing out on some good stuff, simply because I have not invested by energies into looking into the features available. Ephesians 1:3 says, “Blessed be the God and Father of ourContinue reading “Completely Unwrapped”

Every Spiritual Blessing

Look What I Found

Little children have amazing curiosity. Everything is new and exciting to them. They will come across the most ordinary thing on the ground, and find in it an amazing story. As adults, a fare degree of curiosity has faded from our mindsets. We have made decisions about our values and they cloud every thought. IdeologiesContinue reading “Look What I Found”

Be Silent

We Americans believe that we should stand up for our rights. If no one will speak on our behalf, we will. If something needs to be done, speak up! If we are not treated in the way that we want, we will complain. All this is well and good, but when taken too far, angerContinue reading “Be Silent”

Stand Firm

Kicking Against the Goad

I heard a testimony of a young woman today. She had a rough life and had made many bad choices according to her own words. One night she found herself handcuffed in the back of a police car. As they were driving her to the police station, she asked God, “Why do all these badContinue reading “Kicking Against the Goad”