Tag: Jesus

Obstacles and Opportunities

“A great and effective door has opened to me . . there are many adversaries.” 1 Corinthians 16:9 NKJV Adversaries congregate where opportunities abound. My thoughts and comments today are about “obstacles and opportunities.” Opportunities abound; so do obstacles. That’s reality. “What is the difference between an obstacle and an […]

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Moderation and Balance

As you grow spiritually, you should increasingly reflect the loveliness of Jesus. “Don’t . . lose your balance.” 2 Peter 3:17 CEV. Moderation can be a virtue if the concept is rightly understood. “Let your moderation be known to all men.” Philippians 4:5 KJV. Often, people are more readily given […]

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Perspective and Perseverance

God doesn’t originate everything that touches your life but He does orchestrate every outcome. “Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial.” James 1:12 NAS. You want the trial of faith to be over. You want out of there, but the situation is beyond your control and has to run […]

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Words Matter

“No man ever spoke like this man.” John 7:46 NKJV Popular culture is content with a plethora of words bearing a paucity of relevance. My thoughts and comments today are that “words matter.” Words really do matter, or at least they should. They are the tools of communication and the […]

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People Who Need People

“Greet . . my co-workers in the ministry for Christ Jesus.” Romans 16:3 NLT “Some measure of God’s blessing is reserved for people who need people.” My thoughts and comments today are about “people who need people.” There are a few people who tolerate others; even some who use others. […]

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