There are primarily two types of pride, but one sometimes poses as humility. Check out this illustration… It = Something truly awesome, completely free, and IT is just for you. Here IT is! Take IT! Pride #1 Says: Yes, I deserve IT. Pride #2 Says: No, I can’t. I don’t deserve IT. Humility Says: ThankContinue reading “What is IT?”
Tag Archives: encouragement
The Art of Parenting
“Discipline your children, and they will give you peace; they will bring you the delights you desire.” Proverbs 29:17 NIV https://www.bible.com/111/pro.29.17.niv Anger vs Guilt and What’s the Alternative? I was talking with a dad who would like to move away from allowing anger to take over from time to time in his parenting. We allContinue reading “The Art of Parenting”
Power Lines
There are approximately 185 million power line poles in the U.S. alone. One resides in my lawn and my prayer garden happens to be located almost directly beneath the lines. In my quiet time I have felt the connection between prayer and power lines. The power source for our home is well over 20 milesContinue reading “Power Lines”
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Less Talk More Action
Have you ever heard the phrase “walk by one; talk by two?” It’s a little rhyme to help us remember about the time when a child begins to walk on their own and then talk or make phrases. It struck me this morning that I have often been tempted to speak first and think later.Continue reading “Less Talk More Action”
School Shopping
I can hardly believe it’s time for school shopping again, but here we are at the mall. Years ago we decided to set a budget and allow the kids to choose their school clothes, etc. within it. It’s life changing! This does not mean they’re allowed to wear whatever they want. It does mean, however,Continue reading “School Shopping”
http://www.bible.com/en/reading-plans/17298 Just finished this very encouraging YouVersion plan. Take a peek!
My Prayer for You Today
Father, thank you for the person reading these words. He or she wound up on this page for a reason. You are ready to begin growing an unshakable faith in this person. Thank you for allowing me to participate in your mission Lord Jesus! You highlighted an old truth for me today. I pray itContinue reading “My Prayer for You Today”
