“As much as depends on you, live peaceably with all men.” Romans 12:18 NKJV. Embracing your future is difficult with an unreconciled past. My thoughts and comments today are about “unfinished business.” There are probably things in your life left unfinished for various reasons, some unavoidably and some unwisely. There […]
“Those who were scattered went everywhere preaching the Word.” Acts 8:4 NKJV. God permits situations beyond your custom and convenience. My thoughts and comments today are about “spiritual discomfiture.” “Discomfiture,” is defined as, “a feeling of unease, uncomfortableness.” At times, God will permit spiritual discomfiture to dislodge you from comfortable […]
“Stand firm in the faith; be men of courage; be strong.“ 1 Corinthians 16:13 NIV. Face your fear or your present fear will control your future. My thoughts and comments today are about “courage and confidence.” Years earlier, there had been a difficult and disappointing church situation, and I was […]
“A prudent man gives thought to his steps.” Proverbs 14:15 NIV. Never make a permanent decision about a temporary circumstance. My thoughts and comments today are about “prudence.” A satisfying life is about making good decisions, giving careful, deliberate thought to your next step before taking it. “The wise in […]
“Our goal is to stay within the boundaries of God’s plan for us.” 2 Corinthians 10:13 NLT. True success and happiness in life is to know and fulfill God’s boundaries. Lauren, my thoughts and comments today are about “limits and liberties.” “Fences make good neighbors.” (Mending Wall/ Robert Frost). Fences […]