The Common Good

We too often look out for ourselves, but today’s verse mentions that we were given the Holy Spirit and various spiritual gifts for the common good. We read in 1 Corinthians 12:7: “A manifestation of the Spirit is given to each person for the common good” (CSB). This goes against what we usually are being … Continue reading The Common Good →

Radiance of Your Presence

Blessed are those who have learned to acclaim You, who hear the joyful call to worship, who know the festal shout (NIV, NLT, ESV). The Passion Translation says it this way: “O Lord, how blessed are the people who experience the shout of worship, for they walk in the radiance of Your presence” (Psalm 89:15). … Continue reading Radiance of Your Presence →

You Are Blessed

Circumstances change. Situations are not always the same. There are moments in life when you may be “on top of the world.” There are also moments when you are at your lowest point. But in any circumstance, in any situation, at any point in life, you can be content. It does not matter where you … Continue reading You Are Blessed →

Good Appetite for God

Ever since I can remember, I had a great appetite. I like food. I like to try new recipes. I like to watch cooking shows. And to my downfall, if there’s food to eat I will rarely say, “I’m not hungry.” Thankfully I usually practice healthy eating habits. Matthew 5:6 says, “You’re blessed when you’ve … Continue reading Good Appetite for God →

A Cheerful Heart

This morning I walked into work and stood at the time clock. Around the corner someone was in their office; however, they knew it was me standing outside their door. Why? Because I’m “always humming.” Why do I hum? Well I don’t want to scare people away with my singing. Seriously though, I am humming … Continue reading A Cheerful Heart →

Keep Celebrating

You might be happy right now, but someone may not share in that happiness. You might be “skipping about and laughing with joy” and someone might be “filled with contempt.” You might be dancing, giggling, leaping with joy, but others may fling insults at you, shake their heads or speak judgmental words. When you know … Continue reading Keep Celebrating →

Tossing Pennies

A customer who I see quite often told me of something she enjoys doing whenever she sees little kids nearby while shopping. She said if she spots some little children lurking around, she takes some pennies from her wallet and walks near them and drops them on the floor for the children. She said her … Continue reading Tossing Pennies →

Smile Power

While I was working one morning, I saw a couple pass by and continue to look for something. All of the sudden they turned around and walked back toward me, though it was out of the way for them. The couple came closer and the wife spoke up: “We came here because my husband noticed … Continue reading Smile Power →