Tag: Holy Spirit

His Strength or Yours?

A humble heart receives a fresh release of His Spirit daily. “Be filled with the Spirit.” Ephesians 5:18 NIV. My thoughts and comments today ask, “His strength or yours?” I have seen the picturesque, Dutch windmills in Holland that harnessed the wind’s power as early as the 14th century, and […]

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Unashamed

“Therefore, God is not ashamed to be called their God.” Hebrews 11:16 NIV. Live so your family and friends have no cause for embarrassment. My thoughts and comments today are about “unashamed.” As a teen, I recall occasions when my father wisely reminded me, “Allen, remember; you are a Randolph.” […]

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High Standards

“Whatever you do in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus.” Colossians 3:17 NIV. Passionately protest mediocrity. My thoughts and comments today are about “high standards.” Standards are important to a worthwhile life. Standards provide a benchmark – a standard of excellence against which […]

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Achieving Your Potential

“Stand firm in all the will of God, mature and fully assured.” Colossians 4:12 NIV. Spiritual disciplines determine spiritual potential. My thoughts and comments today are about “achieving your potential.” Your innate desire to be more than you have been is from God. You have a God-given potential to become […]

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Unceasing Prayer

“We have not stopped praying for you.” Colossians 1:9 NIV. Prayer commits enduring seeds of amazing possibilities into the eternal purposes of God. My thoughts and comments today are about “unceasing prayer.” There are many things you can do for others – acts of kindness, encouragement, words of counsel, practical […]

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