Tag: first things first

Plans and Steps

LIFE IS BEST WHEN GOD IS FIRST. “We can make our plans, but the Lord determines our steps.” Proverbs 16:9 NLT My thoughts and comments today are about, “Plans and Steps.” A life that is lived without a plan does not work very well, and a plan that is not […]

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Scraps and Crumbs

“Nor will I offer to the Lord my God . .  that which costs me nothing.” 2 Samuel 24:24 NKJV. Scraps are never good enough for who or what is important to you. My thoughts and comments today are about “scraps and crumbs.” If someone invited you to dinner, then […]

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Time Well Spent

“Make every minute count.” Ephesians 5:16 CEV. You cannot buy, borrow, or bargain for more time than God gives. My thoughts and comments today are about “time well spent.” Most of everything you use or lose can be replaced, except for time. It is a mistake to not value time as […]

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A Christmas Truth

Character and obedience always matter first to God. “Joseph, [Mary’s] husband, being a just man . .” Matthew 1:19 NKJV. Joseph is little noticed and under-appreciated in the Christmas drama. Yet God chose Joseph just as carefully as Mary. The Bible says that God saw, “Joseph, [Mary’s] husband, was a […]

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Purpose and Priorities

“I will finally be all that Christ saved me for and wants me to be.” Philippians 3:12 NLT. Defined purpose and priorities are fundamental for maximum accomplishment. My thoughts and comments today are about “purpose and priorities.” It is easy to live simply for the moment, but not best. You […]

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