Today’s verse is constantly in my mind. Lately, it is a verse that grieves me. Galatians 6:10 says, “Take advantage of every opportunity to be a blessing to others, especially to our brothers and sisters in the family of faith!” (TPT). I think of this verse nearly daily as I ask myself the question what … Continue reading Every Opportunity
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Fortune Cookie Devotion Series: On the Line
Today’s fortune cookie said this: “There is no glory unless you put yourself on the line.” Glory is a big thing. We read in the Bible that we are made for God’s glory. We read that no one can steal God’s glory. In fact, the glory is God’s alone. This fortune cookies basically says that … Continue reading Fortune Cookie Devotion Series: On the Line
Without Action
Action alone does not mean there is faith; however, faith without action is “dead and useless.” If you have faith, it should result in some fruit. People should see your good deeds. People should see something different in you, something that will point them to the One with whom you have faith. The fruit isn’t … Continue reading Without Action
Serve Enthusiastically
Growing up, I was taught the value of hard work. I am very grateful that my parents instilled this into me, and I hope that my children learn this as well. In Romans 12:11, we read, “Never be lazy, but work hard.” The verse continues to say, “Serve the Lord enthusiastically.” Wow! This is more … Continue reading Serve Enthusiastically
Too Numerous to List
Our God is an awesome God. He has no equal. He has performed many wonders. We cannot recite all that He has done. Nor can we list the plans that He has for us. The “plans for us are too numerous to list.” Often we get caught up in our own plans. We try to … Continue reading Too Numerous to List
The Proper Equipment
This is the year both of my kids are in high school. When your children reach high school, things immediately change. They have somewhat figured out their gifts, their talents, their interests. They have selected activities and hobbies that they truly enjoy. It’s very different from the elementary years when they dabble in a sport … Continue reading The Proper Equipment
Send Someone Else
Many times in life, we are asked to do something and we try to get out of it. We make excuses. We drag our feet. We look for a way out. Like Moses, we say, “Send someone else.” When it comes to something God wants us to do, let us remember that we were created … Continue reading Send Someone Else
Much Demands
Responsibilities are important. Each of us have a different list of responsibilities. Some lists are more demanding. Some lists contain items that have an eternal impact. In Luke 12, we read that those who are given much will be demanded much—those who have been trusted with much will be asked for much in return. Talk … Continue reading Much Demands
All About God
When there was a rebellion against Moses, the response was that the Lord would show them who belonged to Him. Moses didn’t brag about the position God had given him. He didn’t take any personal jabs at Korah. His response was all about God. He told them it was “against the Lord” that they gathered, … Continue reading All About God
With All You Have
With most tasks in life, you don’t have to use all you have to accomplish the goal. When looking at the Olympians though, you see someone who started as a young boy or girl, giving everything they had to getting to the Olympics. They eat, breathe, and sleep the Olympics. They train hard. They have … Continue reading With All You Have
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