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GPS and Map Apps

We have discarded paper maps and now use GPS and map apps to find our way. We often trust these programs so much that we are not really paying attention to our surroundings. These programs point the way, often with voice instructions, but we are not really impacted until we trust them on the roadsContinue reading “GPS and Map Apps”

The Way

Lead Me in Truth

I have attended seminars or training sessions and walked away confused and bewildered. Most often, it is because the information is new to me and I have not had experience in that area. So I walk away with some knowledge, but don’t have the experience to put the knowledge into action. Psalm 25:4-5 says, “MakeContinue reading “Lead Me in Truth”

Teach Me Your Paths

Right Spirit

What happens when we do something that we really don’t want to do? Many times the end result does not match expectations. Perhaps, the quality is not what we wanted to produce or we are just not satisfied with the experience nor the end result. In John 4:23-24 Jesus is quoted as saying, “But theContinue reading “Right Spirit”

True Worshipers

We Are of the Truth

I tend to be a bit gullible and believe whatever people tell me. This trait has cost me in terms of financial loss and personal hurt. Lies can be damaging. We tend to forget about the lies that our own hearts tell us. Our hearts may tell us that we are not capable of doingContinue reading “We Are of the Truth”

Greater Than Our Hearts

Shepherd’s Voice

In John 10, Jesus is recorded as He likened His place with His followers to the role of a Good Shepherd with his sheep. The Good Shepherd protects his sheep and leads them to bountiful postures. The sheep follow the Good Shepherd because they trust him. The sheep know the Good Shepherd’s voice and followContinue reading “Shepherd’s Voice”

Unselfish Love

If our children need something, most of us will do everything that we can to provide that for them, even if it requires substantial effort on our part. The sacrifices that we make for our children demonstrate our love for them. Sometimes, however, we are not willing to make even small sacrifices for other people.Continue reading “Unselfish Love”