Tag: spiritual life

A Work in Progress

“Like clay is in the hand of the potter, so are you in My hand.” Jeremiah 18:6 NIV. Remain in God’s hands until His work is complete and His plan evident. My thoughts and comments today are about “a work in progress.” People are so impatient; we expect everything to […]

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A Godly Legacy

“I urge you to contend for the faith that was once entrusted to the saints.” Jude 1:3 NIV. Christianity is one generation from extinction. My thoughts and comments today are about “a Godly legacy.” Some people incorrectly think faith should be a private matter, not something to be discussed with […]

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A Practical Ethic

“Nor will I offer . . to the Lord that which costs me nothing.” 2 Samuel 24:24 NKJV. Taking spiritual life seriously will cost a personal price gladly paid. My thoughts and comments today are about “a practical ethic.”  I remember my Dad saying to me, “Allen, anything that costs […]

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Stress and Stillness

“Stand still and consider the wondrous works of God.” Job 37:14 NKJV. The pace of schedules and noise of surroundings generate stress. My thoughts and comments today are about “stress and stillness.” Stress is your body’s reaction to challenges, the impulse of “fight or flight.” Hurry, worry and weariness will […]

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Be Exemplary

“In everything, set them an example by doing what is good.” Titus 2:7 NIV. Be exemplary; follow Christ fully and consistently. My thoughts and comments today are about, “be exemplary.” Mistakes. Everyone makes them. You can learn from mistakes, yours and others. In fact, you should learn from your mistakes; […]

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