“Outside were conflicts, insider were fears. Nevertheless, God . . ” 2 Corinthians 7:5 NKJV Successful people study possibilities, then strategize ways to succeed. My thoughts and comments today are about “problem solving.” A lot of success in life begins with your perspective. Do you look at a problem and […]
“Then David got up from the ground.” 2 Samuel 12:20 NIV “Pick up the shattered pieces of life and offer those pieces to God in worship and trust.” My thoughts today are about “picking up the pieces.” As a boy, I remember a sporting incident when the “wind was knocked […]
“The name of the Lord is a strong tower.” Proverbs 18:10 NIV “Quiet times, safe places, and special friends are where you find refuge and rest in God.” My thoughts today are about “safe places.” In Gordon MacDonald’s excellent book, “Restoring Your Spiritual Passion,” he states that every person needs: […]
“I will walk in my house with blameless heart.” Psalm 101:2 NIV “Live before God and man with a tenacious authenticity.” My thoughts today are about “role playing.” In ancient Greek theater, actors often wore masks to define the role of a character, whether tragic or comedic. Sometimes, the same […]
“One thing I have desired . . to dwell in the House of the Lord.” Psalm 27:4 NKJV “Careless spiritual practices are corrosive to spiritual passion.” My thoughts today are about the “status quo.” The “status quo” – a Latin term describing “a past and present state of being” – […]