“Christ . . is your example. Follow in His steps.” 1 Peter 2:21 NLT. Personal example far outweighs impersonal instruction. My thoughts and comments today are about “being exemplary.” Maybe you have heard it said, “Do as I say, not as I do.” Such instruction doesn’t work so well in […]
“Speak, Lord, for Your servant is listening.” 1 Samuel 3:9 NIV. The noise of surroundings and busyness of schedules impair listening. My thoughts and comments today are about “listening.” You live in an increasingly noisy, busy world filled with a myriad of voices that will not be ignored. You can’t […]
“A word out of your mouth . . can accomplish nearly anything – or destroy it.” James 3:5 MSG. You possess the power to bless or curse; you can do either but you cannot do both. My thoughts and comments today are about “words.” Words have a longer life span […]
When listening to a person’s words, be sure to hear their heart. “God has surely listened and heard my voice in prayer.” Psalm 66:19 NIV. Have you ever been listening to someone, then realized you had not heard very much of what they were saying? I think everyone has on […]
“Catch . . the little foxes that spoil the vines.” Song of Solomon 2:15 NKJV. Small things appear insignificant except to those who see potential others do not. My thoughts and comments today are about “spoilers.” God places high value on small things. Every enterprise begins small, appearing insignificant at […]