Imagine, this person you know goes against all the social expectations. It’s your responsibility to keep the social order. Worse, he doesn’t follow the rules for behavior in society. He breaks them. And all the people with problems go to him. He’s a bad influence on them. What if you listened to what he had to say?
Read MoreWe do not realize how important we are. Not to the world. Not for personal accomplishments. We are not important for the work we do, the money we make or our personal appearance. Our importance was set before birth…in the womb. We are important to an unseen power. He made us.
Read MoreNo one chooses to be a reject. Outcast is another word for it. Life is hard enough-try being an outcast. No one wants to be with you. No one wants to listen to you. It seems no one cares. But there is One who cares for rejects and outcasts. Really cares.
Read MoreSalt. Common, ordinary, taken for granted. Leave it in the salt shaker, never think about it until it’s needed. In world history, salt was significant. And what do we do with salt that has lost its taste? Throw it out.
Read MoreWhat is the most difficult thing for any person? Here’s one answer: The most difficult thing for any human is denial of self. No one is good at self-denial. Second question: So why should I deny myself? Answer: To have life with a forever future.
Read MoreWe make dangerous choices everyday. You and I are unaware of the risk. Excuses are dangerous. We make them daily. Some excuses have permanent consequences.
Read MoreGod specializes in the unexpected. His ways are not our ways. He is God. We are not. He gives us instruction about who we are to invite for dinner. The answer is unexpected.
Read MoreA red face usually means embarrassment. Everyone knows the feeling. Everyone seeks to avoid it. What causes most of our embarrassing situations? Could it be our pride and lack of humility?
Read MoreThere is an old slogan coined by a soft drink company. Perhaps you’ve heard it: “There’s nothing like the real thing.” Substitutes can be good…but the real thing is always better.
Read MoreLament…does anyone do that these days? Is there anyone who feels remorse-these days? In my mind there is a better question is there anyone who laments for those who have no remorse? The world needs one like that.
Read MoreNarrow doors are rare that’s because they are difficult to enter. Narrow doors are restrictive. Given a choice between a narrow or wide door, we’ll use the easy way in every time. There is one narrow door we should wish to enter.
Read MoreThere are some questions we would like to ignore. Perhaps they are too hard. Or maybe too personal. Perhaps they are foolish…One day all of us will know the answer to this question. Click the photo and read on…it will be important to know the answer to this question as soon as possible. Guess that means its urgent.
Read MoreNeither of us think about it. But both of us are disabled. Then, the rest of the world is as well. No, this is not some far out unreasonable idea. Sin is the subject. We don’t want to talk about it. We think, ignore it and it goes away. Never happens. This is a true account of someone with a physical disability who was healed of the physical and spiritual disability which caused her suffering. Look at the One who healed her.
Read MoreDo you ever find yourself distracted? Are there times when you think to yourself, why couldn’t I understand that? There is one part of human life where misunderstanding is universal-our sins. Not one of us fully understands the nature of human sin. Only One can deal with it. In this text don’t be distracted by the fig tree. It’s not about figs.
Read MoreIt’s hard to say, “sorry.” Hard when the other person has as many faults as you do. Harder when you are wrong and realize it. But when the other person has no faults and knows your every thought…it’s still hard to say “sorry.’ It’s called repentance. It is the most important “I’m sorry” you and I will ever offer.
Read MoreIf you tried to catch the dragonfly in the photo, you would soon discover that in spite of its ability to perch in stillness. In spite of its ability to seem unaware of it’s surroundings-it’s always ready, and awake. You won’t catch this insect…awake and ready…these keep it safe. These keep it prepared for the unexpected. We are called to be awake and ready.
Read MoreYou don’t need a map. It’s not contained in a wooden chest. There is no lock on it. This treasure is for everyone who seeks it. If you seek it you will find it. But it cannot be found on earth…and it lasts forever. It is real treasure. This is how we find it.
Read MoreRelieving stress…is it easy or difficult? Does relief of stress require a special posture? No. Does relief of stress require a week’s vacation? While it may help, there are only so many vacations allowed each year. What if stress relief can be found by talking and reading. Talk to the person who has the power to relieve stress. Such a person exists.
Read MoreAn often used word to describe someone’s response to life is STRESSED. Stress is synonymous with worry. Worry is being anxious. Would you want someone to lead you to the exit in a burning building? Worry is like being in a burning building and not knowing where the fire escape is. This is about the escape from worry.
Read MoreWhat’s the greatest thing that could happen to you or me? Does your answer involve money? What if money is not the greatest thing? There once was a rich farmer who tore his bins down to build larger ones. He found out the truth.
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