“Be diligent . . so that everyone may see your progress.” 1 Timothy 4:15 NIV All real progress results from a sound process. My thoughts and comments today are about “process and progress.” Sometimes, hurry results in some things – even important things – getting overlooked while other things do […]
“Care for the flock of God entrusted to you . . willingly, not grudgingly.” 1 Peter 5:2 NLT. A good start is important but how well you finish is essential. My thoughts and comments today are about “finishing strong.” A short attention span is the enemy of success. Moving on […]
“Jesus . . knew what was in man.” John 2:25 NIV. One’s better potential is possible; others’ expectations rarely are. Patience is easy to claim until something or someone tests it. Some years ago, I met a person wearing a puzzling lapel button with an unpronounceable mixture of letters – […]
“Perseverance must finish its work so you may be mature and complete.” James 1:4 NIV “A good start only becomes a great finish by navigating all the stuff in between.” My thoughts today are about “finishing well.” Make no mistake; perseverance is hard work. But it is hard work that […]
“Love is patient and kind.” 1 Corinthians 13:4 NLT “Loving others begins with the Christian civility of patience and kindness.” My thoughts today are about “love’s true expression.” The Bible warns, “Quick! Catch all the little foxes before they ruin the vineyard of your love.” Song of Solomon 2:15 NLT. […]