“Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves. Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others. Have this mind among yourselves, which is yours in Christ Jesus, who, though he was in…
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One Sunday morning in church a few years ago, our pastor prayed for the youth who are going on mission trips this summer, including my son and daughter who were going as youth leaders. As part of his message, our pastor shared that with the Lord, all things are possible.…
Read moreIt used to be that everyone knew their neighbors. I remember many years ago we would have a big neighborhood cookout once a year, now we are lucky if our neighbor waves as they pull into their driveway. I guess everyone is just so busy with their lives to notice…
Read moreFirst of all, then, I urge that supplication, prayers, intercession, and thanksgivings be made for all people, for kings and all who are in high positions, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life, godly and dignified in every way. 1 Timothy 2:1-2 ESV Our family just returned from…
Read moreIn my last post, I urged us all to “be kind.” In keeping with that theme, today I will focus on how we also need to “be gentle.” I find that in some situations it’s easier to be gentle. For example, we are gentle with babies! The women of our…
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