“Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.” ~ Philippians 4:8 (ESV) Sunday afternoon I was not in a very pleasant mode,…
Read moreFor I long to see you, that I may impart to you some spiritual gift, so that you may be established – that is, that I may be encouraged together with you by the mutual faith both of you and me. – Romans 1:11-12 NKVJ I love this verse. Every…
Read moreHe has pity on the weak and the needy, and saves the lives of the needy. From oppression and violence he redeems their life, and precious is their blood in his sight. Long may he live; may gold of Sheba be given to him! May prayer be made for him…
Read moreSuddenly I notice how the house looks–the books and drawings covering every surface, pens, pencils, crayons strewn across the tables and on the floor. Dirty dishes in the sink, dirty sink underneath. Suddenly I remember that I have no clean shirts because I have been too busy painting and playing…
Read moreThere would be a wonderful, well thought out devotional here if: a. my palm pilot did not die this week with my schedule on it. b. I was not madly cleaning my in-laws house before they return from Minnesota on Friday. c. I was not pre-occupied with my in-laws dog…
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