When we need electrical repairs, we call a qualified electrician. When we need the kitchen sink or garbage disposal fixed, we call a certified plumber. When our car breaks down, we take it to an auto mechanic that we can trust. When we need help, we place the call to someone we can trust toContinue reading “Placing the Correct Call”
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Answered With Awesome Deeds
Sober Minded
It is pretty easy, in most cases, to determine the difference between a person who is sober minded as opposed to one who is not. The one who is not sober minded we often refer to as being a flake. The seem confused, impulsive, emotionally unbalanced, and irrational. It is as if they can’t controlContinue reading “Sober Minded”
Breastplate of Faith and Love
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
Stubborn Stain
Some stains on clothing, carpet, and furniture are more stubborn than others. You use the right cleaner and scrub as hard as you can, but to no or limited avail. Finally, you may have to call in a professional. You trust them to remove the stain that you cannot. Psalm 51:10, 12 says, “Create inContinue reading “Stubborn Stain”
Clean Heart
Praise
One day on the job, the organization may a special presentation regarding encouragement. Then they put post-it notes on each employee’s desk. The notes contained words of praise individualized to each person. I learned something very important that day. We feel encouragement when someone praises our work. But we are blessed even more, when weContinue reading “Praise”
Reluctant Retiree 