Most of us have no problem telling others about the good things that we have done. Whether it be vacation details, awards received, athletic conquests, or compliments received, we generally do not hesitate to tell the stories to friends, family and acquaintances. Psalm 145:4-6 says, “One generation shall commend your works to another, and shallContinue reading “Talk About It”
Tag Archives: might
Confidence
When you are facing a difficult situation, where do you go to stir up confidence? Perhaps you can count on a friend to strengthen your resolve. Maybe some books improve your outlook. Some people can use quiet meditation to give them confidence. Psalm 78:4 says, “We will not hide them from their children, but tellContinue reading “Confidence”
Glorious Deeds
Where My Feet Take Me
I had a bad week last week. I tripped and fell four times, prompting a visit to the orthopedist. Nothing was broken, just a badly bruised elbow. As I get older, my feet tend to fail me sometimes. They find obstacles that my eyes do not see. The result is disastrous. I Samuel 2:9 says,Continue reading “Where My Feet Take Me”
Guarded Feet
Increases Strength
It is amazing how much an illness can sap your strength. I had food poisoning yesterday and today I can barely sit up straight. When we are not following Jesus, our spiritual strength is wasting away. Then we cannot do the good works that we really want to do. When we finally come to realizeContinue reading “Increases Strength”
Power to the Faint
Guarded Steps
This morning I took a long walk before dawn. I had to be careful because of the darkness and because I was walking in unfamiliar territory. I usually sort of shuffle my feet so that it is easy for me to trip over a small obstacle. Today, I guarded my steps and carefully moved forward,Continue reading “Guarded Steps”
Reluctant Retiree 