15 The idols of the nations are of silver and gold,made by human hands.16 They have mouths but cannot speak,eyes, but cannot see.17 They have ears but cannot hear;indeed, there is no breath in their mouths.18 Those who make them are just like them,as are all who trust in them. (Psalm 135:15-18 CSB) The idols we construct…we are … Read more
4 One who watches the wind will not sow,and the one who looks at the clouds will not reap. (Ecclesiastes 11:4 CSB) I like when I feel productive, getting things done and moving through my “to do” list. I know I can be prone to being distracted so I work hard to keep myself from … Read more
28 We know that all things work together[a] for the good[b] of those who love God, who are called according to his purpose. (Romans 8:28 CSB) This is a well worn piece of scripture. It can give us comfort in difficult times and provide a comfort in God’s long term plan for our lives. But how much do … Read more
16 And now, why are you delaying? Get up and be baptized, and wash away your sins, calling on his name.’ (Acts 22:16 CSB) Delaying. Procrastinating. Feet dragging. Lethargy. We have these and many more words to describe not getting on with the doing of something. This while we have become less and less patient ourselves. We … Read more
4 Let each person examine his own work, and then he can take pride in himself alone, and not compare himself with someone else. (Galatians 6:4 CSB) Comparison and competition drive many of us to strive to be better. Whether it is in relation to athletic performance, work or just life in general we use others success … Read more