“A good man obtains favor from the lord.” Proverbs 12:2 NIV “Favor happens when nothing you have done entitles you to receive what you need.” My thoughts today are about “unexpected grace.” “Could I ask you a favor?” Ever ask someone to do something for you, though you had no […]
“A generous man will himself be blessed.” Proverbs 22:9 NIV “Generosity is not the size of your gift, but the measure of your joyful sacrifice.” My thoughts today are about “true generosity.” Generosity does not begin with a need or a gift, but is first the settled disposition within a […]
“When you are tempted, God will also provide a way out.” 1 Corinthians 10:13 NIV “Being tempted is not sin; indulging wistful consideration is a hazardous path for one’s soul.” My thoughts today are about “truth in temptation.” Temptation is a common experience, not a unique one. It would be […]
“Let us cross over to the other side.” Mark 4:35 NKJV “The effect of any trial can be a new, unshakable conviction that God will do something amazing.” My thoughts today are about “the journey.” Life is a journey, but sometimes getting “from here to there” can be quite a […]
“While I was busy doing something else.” 1 Kings 20:40 NLT “Busy is good unless it is a distraction from what you should be doing.” My thoughts today are about “distractions.” There always seems so much to do and so little time to do it. The difference is life is […]