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Speaking Frankly
The apostle Paul had a special place in his heart for the church at Corinth. 2 Corinthians 7:4 helps us to see the kind of relationship he had with that congregation—“I have spoken to you with great frankness; I take … Continue reading
Opportunity
Our English word “opportunity” comes from the Latin and means “toward the port”. It suggests a ship taking advantage of the wind and tide to arrive safely in the harbor. In the short time we have here on earth, let’s … Continue reading
Jerks Need Not Apply
Warren Buffet had this to say about his hiring practices—“We employ decent and talented people—no jerks.” Buffet’s principle for seeking employees could be applied to how we look for workers in the kingdom of God. Paul said something similar to … Continue reading
Paper Cuts
A seminary professor once spoke about a trip that he took to the Holy Land. One of the most impressive sites that he visited was an ancient prison that is thought to be where the apostle Paul was once imprisoned. … Continue reading
Unchanging Reality
Abraham Lincoln was trying to make a point, but the person he was talking with was stubborn and unconvinced. So Lincoln tried another angle. He said to the fellow, “Well, lets’ see now. How many legs does a cow have?” … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Humor, Leadership
Tagged Abraham Lincoln, cow, faulty logic, illustration, John 8:32, reality, reasoning, the truth will set you free, truth
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All Is Forgiven
A story is told in Spain of a father and his teenage son who had a relationship that had become strained. It got so bad that the son ran away from home. His father, however, began a journey in search … Continue reading
Love’s Flame
A lady was escorted to a wedding by her twenty-four-year-old bachelor son. He appeared to be unaffected by the ceremony until the bride and groom lit a single candle with their candles and then blew out their own. With that … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Humor
Tagged Ephesians 5:33, illustration, marital faithfulness, marital love, marriage, unity candle, weddings
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The Price of the Ride
Two brothers who were known for being thrifty saved their money for a once-in-a-lifetime trip to the Holy Land. Arriving at the Sea of Galilee, they discovered that it would cost them fifty dollars each to cross the lake by … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Humor
Tagged being thrifty, boat, high prices, Jesus says don't be afraid, Matthew 14, Sea of Galilee, walking on water
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