“Christ in you, the hope of Glory.” Colossians 1:27 NKJV. Spiritual nurture is essential for effective and enduring change. My thoughts and comments today are about “nature and nurture” This morning, comments from my friend, Shane, prompted some reflection on the origin of behavior and development of character. It seems […]
“They received the Word with readiness . . and searched the Scriptures daily.” Acts 17:11 NKJV. A Godly life is the living application of eternal truth. My thoughts and comments today are about “a living Word.” There is a difference when you are “into” something, in contrast to being casual […]
“We . . are being transformed . . with ever increasing glory.” 2 Corinthians 3:18 NIV. Real changes are deliberate and progressive rather than immediate. Since our first grandchildren, Gayle has stubbornly perpetuated an annual day when each child’s height is measured, marked, and dated on the same piece of […]
“Lay aside every encumbrance and the sin which so easily entangles.” Hebrews 12:1 NAS. To keep life orderly and purposeful, discernment and discrimination are important. My thoughts and comments today are about “collectors of clutter.” Clutter happens. Life should be simple but can become complicated; life should be rather basic […]
“Grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior.” 2 Peter 3:18 NKJV “Nothing fosters spiritual growth like a healthy grasp of grace.” My thoughts and comments today are about “growing in grace.” I think we take growth for granted; we simply expect that to happen. And to […]