Tag: problems

Inadequacy or Sufficiency?

In your inadequacy, you discover God’s sufficiency.  “Not that we are sufficient of ourselves, but our sufficiency is from God.” 2 Corinthians 3:5 NKJV. My thoughts and comments today ask that you consider, “Inadequacy or Sufficiency?” Problems are a part of life. In life and its myriad of circumstances, people […]

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Patience and Perseverance

 Perseverance promises blessings but includes trials and trouble. “Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.” Romans 12:12 NIV. My thoughts and comments today are about, “Patience and Perseverance.” Worthy goals and great dreams come true when you determine to do more than endure; choose to thrive! Good things […]

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The Practice of Peace

“Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything.” Philippians 4:6 NLT. The practice of peace begins with prayer. My thoughts and comments today are about “the practice of peace.” Every day, disputes and differences polarize our lives and relationships. An unfriendly gap widens between religious and secular beliefs. Economic inequality […]

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Up to Nothing But Good

“Those who were scattered went everywhere preaching the Word.” Acts 8:4 NKJV. God’s plans are bigger than where you’ve been and better than what you’ve done. My thoughts and comments today are about being “up to nothing but good.” Sometimes God has to allow unfavorable circumstances that dislodge you from […]

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Compassion

“When Jesus saw the people, He was moved with compassion for them.” Matthew 9:36 NAS. Compassion provokes a personal identification with the plight of another. My thoughts and comments today are about “compassion.” Problems loom large; needs are expansive and solutions seem elusive. Marriages and families struggle; politics are divisive; […]

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