Blinded by Emotion There is a sort of tunnel vision that occurs when we get envious or jealous. Everything in our life darkens. Soon, our awareness of God’s blessings fades away, blurred out by a grey fog of discontent. Thankfulness is a choice. So’s envy and jealousy. When I count other people’s blessings I lose… Continue reading Counting Other People’s Blessings
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Old Testament Joseph’s Heart Models Great Leadership – Ron Edmondson
Old Testament Joseph’s heart models some great leadership characteristics. Someone asked me once what I primarily look for in the hiring of a staff position. I said, without reservation, first and foremost, I look for the heart. I want a heart which honors Christ more than self, one which desires to grow and learn, and… Continue reading Old Testament Joseph’s Heart Models Great Leadership – Ron Edmondson
Biblical topics for the youth: Relating to their reality
Amidst the pews and echoing hymns, a new generation is rising—the youth in our church. Their presence is unmistakable, a lively force within our congregation. However, in this era of constant change, where screens glow brighter than ever, and life unfolds at an unrelenting pace, there is an essential task at hand. As mentors and… Continue reading Biblical topics for the youth: Relating to their reality
Praying for Your Spouse
Earlier in Genesis, Adam referred to Eve as, “bone of my bone and flesh of my flesh” (Genesis 2:23). In the following scripture he mentions the concept of marriage being one of a husband and wife becoming one flesh. A husband and wife are equal half’s of the same whole and as such the two… Continue reading Praying for Your Spouse
The Spiral of Growth
I liken the pathway of our walk with Christ to a spiral because we often revisit places we have been but from a higher perspective. If we do not recognize our upward growth we may feel like we are going around in circles but we usually aren’t (unless we are not growing of course). An… Continue reading The Spiral of Growth
Start Your Year With the Bible – Enjoying the Journey
“The entrance of thy words giveth light; It giveth understanding unto the simple.” – Psalm 119:130 Shortly, we will begin a new year…2024! The best way to start your year is to begin with the Bible. January is a natural time to start again in your reading of Scripture. Many believers look for ideas they can implement… Continue reading Start Your Year With the Bible – Enjoying the Journey
Coming Against One of Our Greatest Sins
It’s always struck me as funny that we set aside one day in November to focus on all that we have to be thankful for, but we follow it up the very next day with the launch of BUY, BUY, BUY! A single day set aside for thanks is immediately followed by a season of… Continue reading Coming Against One of Our Greatest Sins
What’s the difference between trials and consequences?
A woman feeling confused. (Photo by Monstera Production from Pexels)Have you ever considered whether you are under trial or facing the consequences of your decisions in life? Some of us think that whenever we face hardships in life, it is all about God testing our faith, yet most of the time, God wants us to… Continue reading What’s the difference between trials and consequences?
Fasting other than food: Dedication to your faith
Fasting, in the Christian context, is more than an empty stomach. It is a deliberate act that echoes through biblical foundations, shaping the very core of your spirituality. As a Christian, you are not just skipping meals. You are embarking on a journey that intertwines your daily choices with the sacred teachings that guide your… Continue reading Fasting other than food: Dedication to your faith
Learn to Love People Better at Work — iWork4Him
It’s safe to say that the Industrial Revolution was not started based on the premise of loving our employees. Many big business people needed workers, and many workers needed jobs, so they fulfilled one another’s expectations, but very few of those workers felt loved or appreciated. A lot has changed over the last 100 years in… Continue reading Learn to Love People Better at Work — iWork4Him