By faith, Noah ignored the critics and built an ark in the desert. By faith, Abraham left his home to go to a faraway place because God called him to do so. By faith, Sarah believed God and bore a son in her old age. By faith, Moses rejected life as royalty to live asContinue reading “Leaving Your Comfort Zone”
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Doing Good For Goodness’ Sake
It is natural to want some kind of attention and reaction to the good things that we try to do. But, if we are honest, just the feeling that we get for doing good for others and the knowledge that we did the right thing are sufficient rewards. I Samuel 26:23 says, “The LORD rewardsContinue reading “Doing Good For Goodness’ Sake”
Faithfulness and Righteousness
God’s Investments
If we are fortunate enough to invest in certain businesses, we expect certain rates of returns on our investment. We want to see our funds multiply over time and be able to reap some benefits. God does the same thing with us. He gives us grace and mercy and expects these investments to reap theContinue reading “God’s Investments”
Finishing Well
Have you ever started something with the best of intentions and full of energy only to get tired, bored or frustrated and not finish what you started? Boy, I sure have. I see myself as an innovator but the follow through is someone else’s job. But important things need to be finished, not just started.Continue reading “Finishing Well”
Two Amazing Things
I find that two types of events occur that bring me joy and touch my heart. The first happens when someone is rewarded for a job well done. It is fun to watch someone enjoy the fruit of their labors. Secondly, it is thoroughly pleasing to watch a miracle happen for someone, especially someone whoContinue reading “Two Amazing Things”
Reluctant Retiree 