Simple Obedience

“If you just listen and don’t obey . .” James 1:23 NLT “To obey is to do fully and promptly what you know clearly to do!” My thoughts today are that “simple obedience.” Have you ever noticed that when a child does not promptly obey, a parent will usually ask, […]

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Be Wary, Be Wise

“We are not unaware of (Satan’s) schemes.” 2 Corinthians 2:11 NKJV “There is a place in your heart that God alone can fill.” My thoughts today are about “be wary; be wise.” Whether in life or business, it is always best to have some understanding about the person with whom […]

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Obstacles

“Remove the obstacles out of the way.” Isaiah 57:14 NIV “Fighting against God is not a battle you can win.” My thoughts today are about “obstacles.” Ever feel like someone or something is in your way? You know you could do so well, if only there was nothing hindering your […]

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Minimal Effort

“Don’t just do the minimum that will get you by.” Colossians 3:23 The Message “Life does not afford you maximum reward from minimal effort.” My thoughts today are about “minimal effort.” In life, I have discovered that you usually get what you give. The Bible teaches that principle in many […]

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Life’s Not Fair

“These . . hired last . . you paid the same as you paid us.” Matthew 20:12 Today’s English version “Work happily for what you agreed upon without comparison or complaint.” My thoughts today concern the reality that “life’s not fair.” Children, even the youngest, seem to have a heightened […]

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