Tag: obedience

Nature and Nurture

“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 […]

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Putting Others First

“Nobody should seek his own good, but the good of others.” 1 Corinthians 10:24 NIV. The simple secret to joy is Jesus first, others second, and then yourself. My thoughts and comments today are about “putting others first.” Life in God’s Kingdom means accepting a vastly different value system. The […]

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Altars of Consecration

“Abraham built an altar to the Lord, who had appeared to him.” Genesis 12:7 NKJV. The promises you seek are only found in the consecration God expects. My thoughts and comments today are about “altars of consecration.” The story of Abraham’s journey is told in “milestones of obedience and altars […]

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Milestones of Obedience

“By faith Abraham obeyed . . . [and] went without knowing where he was going.” Hebrews 11:8 NLT. Life is a sequence of events and a succession of experiences. My thoughts and comments today are about “milestones of obedience.” Life is a journey, comprising a sequence of years, a succession […]

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An Inviolable Law

“Help carry one another’s burdens . . you will obey the law of Christ.” Galatians 6:2 NLT. Changing the focus from yourself to others can change your life. My thoughts and comments today are about “an inviolable law.” The posted speed limit is not a suggestion for drivers; it’s a […]

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