Month: December 2015

What’s in a Name?

“That the name of our Lord Jesus Christ may be glorified in you.” 2 Thessalonians 1:12 NKJV. Your past is forever forgiven and your future is eternal. My thoughts and comments today ask, “what’s in a name?” A secure sense of identity is important. Names have significance. My first name […]

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Christmas Generosity

  “Manage [your God-given gifts] well so that God’s generosity can flow through you.” I Peter 4:10 NLT. Generosity of heart engenders generosity of hand. My thoughts and comments today are about “Christmas generosity.” When the Wise Men followed the miraculous star to the Christ child of whom the prophets […]

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Joy is a Choice

“Whenever trouble comes your way, let it be an opportunity for joy.” James 1:2 NLT. Joy is a choice before it becomes an emotion. My thoughts and comments today are that “joy is a choice.” Especially at the Christmas season, make joy your choice. We have a wishful but mistaken […]

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Practices, Habits, and Addictions

“If the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.” John 8:36 NIV.   Addiction is the product of attraction, appetite, and repetition. My comments today are about “practices, habits, and addictions.” People are subject to addictive behavior. No one plans to surrender control of their life; it just happens […]

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Integrity and Skillfulness

For any of you living in the St Louis, MO/Granite City, IL area, I will be speaking next Sunday, December 13, 10:45 am, at City Temple, 4751 Maryville Rd, Granite City, IL. I would love to meet you after the service. ————————————————- “Bless all his skills, O Lord; be pleased […]

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