Month: June 2009

Dress for Success

“Put on the full armor of God.” Ephesians 6.11 NIV “Dressing appropriate to the occasion is important for the success you desire.” Mythoughts today advise, “dress for success.” The first thing every morning is dressing for the day. Before I consider how to dress, I think through my day’s calendar, […]

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Whatever It Takes

“I have finished my course; I have kept the faith.“ 2 Timothy 4.7-8 “Somewhere between starting and finishing, character and discipline are demonstrated.” My thoughts today are about doing “whatever it takes.” Beginnings are exciting. Finishing is always satisfying. It is all the time and tears in between where the […]

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A Father’s Pride and Joy

“The father . .who has a wise child delights in them.“ Proverbs 23:24 NIV “A father’s delight reaches deeply into your heart throughout their lifetime, as well as yours.” My thoughts today are about “a father’s pride and joy.” This weekend is Father’s Day. Some time ago, I came across […]

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Acceptance, Not Resignation

“My peace I give you . . do not let your hearts be troubled and . . afraid.” John 14:27 NIV “Peace is the presence of God, not the absence of any and all trouble.” My thoughts today are about “acceptance, not resignation.” Peace! Who doesn’t want it? But there […]

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Plays Well with Others

“Be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to become angry.” James 1.19 NIV “Unhappiness, loneliness, and lack of success are the result of relational difficulties.” My thoughts today are about “plays well with others.” One of the earliest signs of even the youngest child for later success in life […]

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