Tag Archives: sacrifice

Misguided

I can’t tell you how many times that I have misinterpreted what people have said. I have formed incorrect opinions and assumptions based upon my misinterpretation. I have even done things wrong or not done something that was required based upon these incorrect understandings. We do the same with God. We think that He wantsContinue reading “Misguided”

Gift Exchange

Have you ever witnessed a gift exchange that appeared awkward? Maybe, one of the participants didn’t feel comfortable with the exchange. Of course, this can happen for a variety of reasons, but a common reason could be just a lack of a close relationship between the two parties. Proverbs 15:8 says, “The sacrifice of theContinue reading “Gift Exchange”

Imitation is Sincerest Form of Flattery

If you have children, then you have likely seen some traits in them that remind you of yourself. Many of these traits are passed down through our DNA, but many traits are also learned from their parents. Kids have an uncanny knack for mimicing what they see in us and others, of course, especially ifContinue reading “Imitation is Sincerest Form of Flattery”

Acceptable

We struggle to be accepted in many areas of life. We apply for jobs and are interviewed, while hoping that we are the acceptable candidate. With our friends, our desire is that our actions and ideas are acceptable to the group. We design business proposals to meet the clients needs and prove to be acceptableContinue reading “Acceptable”

Need a Physician?

When I was young, I hated going to the doctor’s office. I would do everything in my power to avoid seeing the doctor. I thought that my own willpower and toughness would enable me to get through the illness or injury. Unfortunately, I was wrong. I eventually went to the doctor’s office because I needContinue reading “Need a Physician?”