Second Chances

“How often should I forgive someone?” Matthew 18:21 NLT “In the human heart there is an inherent need for rules to be fair.” My thoughts today are about “second chances.” Forgiveness can be challenging eventually, even if not initially. God seems to have put a sense of fairness and justice […]

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The Power of Focus

“I am focusing all my energies on this one thing.” Philippians 3:13 NLT “Focus is the opposite of distraction, and a focused life is the better option to a distracted life.” My thoughts today are about “the power of focus.” The distractions of noisy lives and the pace of busy […]

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Weight Loss

“Strip off every weight that slows you down.” Hebrews 12:1 NLT “Self indulgence is the enemy of spiritual health and well being.” My thoughts today are about “weight loss.” Does it sometimes seem like everyone you know is trying “to lose a few pounds?” What’s up with that? In spite […]

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Compelling Direction

“I am compelled by God . . how terrible for me if I didn’t!” 1 Corinthians 9:16 NLT “Ministry is what you do at God’s direction, in His name, by His power, and for His glory.” My thoughts today are about “compelling direction.” Life without a compelling direction is far […]

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God’s Timing

“To everything there is a season.” Ecclesiastes 3:1 NKJV “Life has a rhythm, and you are at your best when you understand that rhythm.” My thoughts today are about “God’s timing.” Much about life is a matter of timing. In creation, this practical matter of timing in seen in things […]

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