Month: August 2012

Getting Even

“Do not be overcome with evil, but overcome evil with good.” Romans 12:21 NIV Life is better when you respond positively to negative realities. My thoughts and comments today are about “getting even.” Getting even might feel good for the moment but its satisfaction is short-lived and leaves a lingering, […]

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Expectations

“Look for the best in each other . . do your best to bring it out.” 1 Thessalonians 5:15 The Message Whatever credit accrues for your character or accomplishments is rightly shared with friends. My thoughts and comments today are about “expectations.” More often than not a child or teen’s […]

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Meanwhile

“If [where you are] prospers, you too will prosper.” Jeremiah 29:7 NIV God will both direct and use circumstances to mold your heart and will to His own. My thoughts and comments today are about “meanwhile.” A few days ago, I said a tearful farewell to Don, a life-long friend. […]

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Unshakable Confidence

“God . . will fulfill his purpose for me.” Psalm 57:2 NLT Confidence enables you to navigate among realities you know and possibilities you envision. My thoughts and comments today are about “unshakable confidence.” You were meant to live confident and courageous; God made you that way. Life is harder […]

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My Wants and God’s Will

“If we ask anything according to His will, He hears us.” 1 John 5:14 NKJV God gave you a free will; God will respect your will but not be subject to it. My thoughts and comments today are about “my wants and God’s will.” Life is rarely on your terms. […]

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