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Not Condemned
The day after Thanksgiving, my wife and I were driving to her parent’s house to enjoy a holiday meal with the family. On the way, we saw two different flocks of wild turkeys. It was as if they knew that … Continue reading
Expressive Thanksgiving
Of the ten leprous men that Jesus healed, only one came back to give him thanks. The Bible says, “He threw himself at Jesus’ feet and thanked him…” (Luke 17:16). This is an extremely expressive way to express thanks. I … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Humor
Tagged expressive worship, illustration, Jesus healed ten lepers, Luke 17:16, thanksgiving
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One Special Day
I recently heard someone say, “I don’t think there should be one special day set aside for thanksgiving.” After pausing to let his remark sink in, he continued, “I think that there should be one day set aside for griping … Continue reading
Waste Not, Want Not
Cattle farmers know that they have to be careful about how they allow their cattle to feed. Cattle have no concept of being frugal with the hay. They will trample half of it into the mud if given the opportunity. … Continue reading
The Heart of the Matter
“If a person gets his attitude toward money straight, it will help straighten out almost every other area of his life.”—Billy Graham A lot of people who have difficulties in life can trace their problems to their outlook … Continue reading
Refreshing Generosity
There was a time when it looked like Kenny Perry was never going to succeed on the PGA Tour. He was 26 years old, with two children in diapers and no money to pay to qualify for the … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Sports
Tagged David Lipscomb University, generosity, giving, illustration, Kenny Perry, PGA Tour, Proverbs 11:24-25
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An Ounce of Prevention
I recently heard someone make the observation that when we speak of health care, what we are usually referring to is actually illness management. How true! When we talk about health care, we are usually talking about treating some type … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Church, Leadership, Prayer
Tagged church health, health care, illustration, spiritual disciplines, spiritual health, Titus 3:10
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Deceitful
A group of college professors and administrators held a luncheon meeting in a restaurant. One professor brought along her young son, who amused himself by quietly playing video games. One of the topics for discussion was the teaching … Continue reading
Watch Out for Imitations
A man once purchased some property that included a house and a barn. Looking through the barn, he found an old chest that contained a violin. Upon closer inspection, he found the word “Stradivarius” inscribed on the instrument. Knowing that … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living
Tagged fake, genuine, hypocrisy, illustration, imitation, Luke 6:46, Stradivarius violin
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Deserving of Our Honor
Today I attended a program conducted by our local high school to honor our veterans. Many people from the community attended the ceremony. We listened as the band played patriotic songs. We stood and pledged allegiance to the flag. … Continue reading
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