“Serve the Lord with gladness.” Psalm 100:2 NKJV “The only applause a true servant expects is the approval of his Master.” My thoughts and comments today are about “serving gladly.” Life is best lived with gladness. You, as well as others, can tell when you are doing something dutifully rather […]
“The Lord turn His face toward you and give you peace.” Numbers 6:26 NIV “God is watchful, no mere spectator in the daily drama of your life.” My thoughts and comments today are about “loving approval.” What is it about the gaze of someone that can speak volumes? As a […]
“That I may finish my race with joy.” Acts 20:24 NKJV “Anything worth doing is worth doing well.” My thoughts today are about “finishing well.” In life, beginnings are important, just as thoroughness and the diligence to follow through provides solid foundations for all future achievement. But most essential is […]
“I saw the people slipping away from me.” 1 Samuel 13:11 NRSV “Pleasing others all the time is an unreasonable goal and an imposing task.” My thoughts today are about “well done.” Of course, you want approval; who doesn’t? You truly need a healthy dose of affirmation and approval to […]
“Those . . called according to (God’s) purpose for them.” Romans 8:28 NLT “Purpose combines the fullest measure of personal satisfaction with the highest level of success.” My thoughts today are about “the satisfying life.” At some point, everyone must choose a direction for their life. The direction itself is […]