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Central Message
Someone once noted that Psalm 118:8 is the verse that is located in the exact middle of the Bible. If this is indeed correct, perhaps it is important to examine this verse for the important message it contains—“It is better … Continue reading
Trying to Identify
Many preachers intentionally dress a certain way when they preach in order to enhance the message they are trying to get across. Some preachers make different decisions than others. Some preachers change their mind over time about how they should … Continue reading
Fruit Someday
As I look out my back window, the snow flurries that have been coming down for most of the day are swirling around in the cold wind. On this dreary January afternoon, it seems like such a long time ago … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Leadership, Prayer
Tagged changing seasons, God's timing, harvest for God, illustration, patience, producing fruit, Psalm 1:3, raspberries
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Your Own Definition
“If at first you don’t succeed, redefine success!”—Robert Fulghum. In Matthew 25, Jesus tells a story about a man who attempted to redefine success. The story begins with a master giving three of his servants a substantial amount of money … Continue reading
Occasional Bad Miss
Carmelo Anthony took an uncontested shot from five feet away from the basket in the first quarter of last night’s game between the New York Knicks and the Washington Wizards. Anthony, usually a reliable offensive player, shot an air ball. … Continue reading
Keep Going!
A timid driver was so nervous about merging onto a busy highway that he actually came to a complete stop on the ramp, anxiously waiting for an opening. The impatient driver in the car behind him shouted, “The sign says ‘Yield’, … Continue reading
Not an Honor Student
President George W. Bush gave the 2001 commencement address at Yale University. He began by saying, “To the A students who are graduating with honors, I say: well done. And to the C students I say: you too can be … Continue reading
Snipers
I have read that when snipers are in training for warfare they are instructed to be discriminant about who they shoot. They are trained to discern who the leader is of the enemy group that they have in their sights. … Continue reading
Telling the Truth Gracefully
Mark Twain once said, “Last week, I stated a certain woman was the ugliest woman I had ever seen. I have since been visited by her sister, and now wish to withdraw that statement.” Twain’s humorous comment points out the … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Humor, Leadership
Tagged being graceful, illustration, John 1:14, Mark Twain, telling the truth, truth and grace, Word became flesh
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Grace and Truth
John 1:14 says that Jesus was “full of grace and truth”. He never compromised the truth in an attempt to be gracious. Nor did he ever present the truth in a way that lacked grace. John 2 gives us a … Continue reading
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