Month: December 2011

Farewells and Faith

“I have not seen the righteous forsaken.” Psalm 37:25 NKJV “You may struggle with daily life’s realities, but be sure of your faith’s certainty.” My thoughts today are about “farewells and faith.” Later today, I will say farewell to a friend. I have known him only a few years, but […]

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Finding Fault

“Who are you to judge someone else’s servant?” Romans 14:4 NIV “You do not have the right to judge where you do not have the responsibility to rule.” My thoughts today are about “finding fault.” It is too easy to see what someone else is doing wrong, not so simple […]

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Complaints and Compliments

“This man welcomes sinners.” Luke 15:2 NIV “Jesus took their worst complaint and joyfully embraced it as the highest compliment.” My thoughts today are about “complaints and compliments.” As a boy, I remember my Dad teaching me a simple rhyme: “How I dislike the guys who criticize and minimize the […]

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Munificence

“They gave themselves first to the Lord and then to us.” 2 Corinthians 8:5 NIV “Munificence is a grace flowing from a heart devoted to Christ.” My thoughts today are about “munificence.” People assume that happiness and security comes from what they have, but the greatest joy is found only […]

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Mystery and Majesty

“When the angels had gone away . .” Luke 2:15 NKJV “Christmas is not about listening to angels’ songs; Christmas is about knowing the Savior!” My thoughts today are about “mystery and majesty.” Christmas is just two weeks away, ready or not! I love the Christmas season and celebrations. I […]

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