Tag: authentic

Being Authentic

“God blesses those whose hearts are pure.” Matthew 5:8 NLT. Purity of heart is the greatest deterrent to the presence and progress of impurity. My thoughts and comments today are about “being authentic.” Purity does not come easily in a culture that too often denigrates what is pure and celebrates […]

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Pass It On

“These commandments I give you . . impress them on your children.” Deuteronomy 6:6-7 NIV “Generously share the good you enjoy, lessons you learn, and the faith in which you trust.” My thoughts today are about “pass it on.” With life comes the responsibility to pass on to others what […]

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Secrets

“You’re after . . truth from the inside out.” Psalm 51:6 The Message “Secrets easily form the seeds from which deceit grows.” My thoughts today are about “secrets.” Superficial alteration is not enough when serious change is required. Such efforts give you only superficial results. “Above all else, guard your […]

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The Greatest of These Is Love

“Take in . . the extravagant dimensions of Christ’s love.” Ephesians 3:18 The Message “God chose eternally to love you extravagantly, without measure or requirement.” My thoughts today are that “the greatest of these is love.” There are many needs every person has, but none is stronger or more essential […]

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