When we think of gift giving, we most likely consider what the person needs or wants, what they will enjoy or use most. We consider if we are going to grab a gift card, get a specific item, or even attempt to make a gift by hand. These gifts we give on special occasions — … Continue reading Beautiful Gifts
Tag: tongue
Forest Fire
I have always had the gift of gab. It can be a good thing if I’m speaking life and spreading encouragement, inspiring people to dig deeper into God’s Word and live by faith over fear. But at the same time, this can be a bad thing. James wrote, “The tongue is a small thing that … Continue reading Forest Fire
Saying Nothing
In King Lear, William Shakespeare wrote, “No, I will be the pattern of all patience; I will say nothing.” I have considered my personal experience and the challenge to “say nothing.” We don’t like to not say a word. When someone comes up to us and says something that differs from what we think, we … Continue reading Saying Nothing
Take It All
Last night I was watching this television show that just began for what I believe is a week long program. Although I am not much of a television buff, I tuned in to this NBC show because of the title, “Take It All.” The show has contestants selecting unknown prizes from a screen or deciding … Continue reading Take It All
Watch Your Mouth
We often take things back. We can return a shirt that is the wrong size to the store where we made the purchase. We can take back library books so that we can make new choices. We are able to return so many things, and we are able to make changes to items as well … Continue reading Watch Your Mouth
Tania Gutekunst 