Tag: Peter

Doubt and Unbelief

“I do believe; help me overcome my unbelief.”  Mark 9:24 NIV. Belief is a faith-decision that reinforces your conviction about truth. My thoughts and comments today are about “doubt and unbelief.” Doubt is not uncommon; questions and uncertainty afflict us all. Believing isn’t as always easy as you wish. Circumstances […]

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A Preferred Future

“Focusing all my energies on this one thing . . looking forward.” Phil 3:13 NLT. In God, your preferred future is unencumbered by your history. My thoughts and comments today are about “a preferred future.” I have a common sense rule about driving. Your car should not move in a direction other […]

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Taking Responsibility

“I am innocent . . the responsibility is yours.” Matthew 27:24 NLT. Being a Christ-follower is simple, not complex; just follow Jesus. My thoughts and comments today are about “taking responsibility.” When religious leaders accused Jesus before Pilate, the Roman Governor questioned Him and announced, “I find no fault in […]

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Finishing Strong

“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 […]

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Up Close and Personal

“That which . . we have heard . . seen . . touched.” 1 John 1:1 NIV. The spiritual experience of others is no adequate substitute for your own. There are two things I notice about people’s lives today; most lives are busy, therefore isolated to varying degrees. I think […]

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