A Love That Lasts

“Love never fails.” 1 Corinthians 13:8 NIV “Love never fails; people fail to love.” My thoughts today are about “a love that lasts.” A lot of emotions masquerade themselves as love in today’s world, but none of them could be accurately described by today’s Bible verse. Most of what is […]

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Spiritual Disciplines

“If the axe is dull . . more strength is needed.” Ecclesiastes 10:10 NIV “Spiritual disciplines are not optional, nor can any worthy substitute replace them.” My thoughts today are about “spiritual disciplines.” Working hard is important, very important. Not much at all happens without that to begin with. Without […]

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Practical Integrity

“Let’s just go ahead and be what we were made to be.” Romans 12:6 The Message “Practical integrity is about your being who you are created to be and handcrafted to do.” My thoughts today are about “practical integrity.” Do you know someone who struggles to differentiate themselves from others […]

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Life Lessons

“Take My yoke upon you and . . you will find rest for your soul.” Matthew 11:29 NIV “Life is better when invested in the eternal, not wasted in the temporary.” My thoughts today are about “life lessons.” Doing life God’s way will work. Your own way? Not so much! […]

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The Family Trait

“See that you also excel in this grace of giving.” 2 Corinthians 8:7 NIV “Release is the key to increase.” My thoughts today are about “the family trait.” I think that most people would like to be generous, but giving just does not come easily always. It seems most natural […]

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