Tag: Dad’s advice

Prosperity in Adversity

“The Lord made all that Joseph did to prosper in his hand.” Genesis 39:3 NKJV. Adversity around you will not prevent God’s blessings upon you. My thoughts and comments today are about “prosperity in adversity.” It never seems a person has enough money, so it is important that you learn […]

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A Practical Ethic

“Nor will I offer . . to the Lord that which costs me nothing.” 2 Samuel 24:24 NKJV. Taking spiritual life seriously will cost a personal price gladly paid. My thoughts and comments today are about “a practical ethic.”  I remember my Dad saying to me, “Allen, anything that costs […]

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Prudence

“A prudent man gives thought to his steps.” Proverbs 14:15 NIV. Never make a permanent decision about a temporary circumstance. My thoughts and comments today are about “prudence.” A satisfying life is about making good decisions, giving careful, deliberate thought to your next step before taking it. “The wise in […]

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A Debt To Be Paid

“Don’t run up debts, except for the huge debt you owe each other.” Romans 13:8 MSG. Financial debt is not advisable; relational debt is not avoidable. My thoughts and comments today are about “a debt to be paid.” In today’s culture, debt has become a way of life. Debt results […]

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Options and Expectations

“Much more is required from the person to whom much more is given.” Luke 12:48 TEV. Discipleship is the process of relinquishing more and more options. My thoughts and comments today are about “options and expectations.” I don’t really like that word, “required.” I would much prefer God used the […]

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