What’s true of creatures in the forest is true of Christians in the family. God has not made us all the same. He never intended to.
From 1 Corinthians 12:27: “Now you are the body of Christ, and each one of you is a part of it.”
The greatest character trait you can provide your spouse and your family is moral and ethical self-control.
From James 21:22-24: “But be doers of the word, and not merely hearers who deceive themselves. For if any are hearers of the word and not doers, they are like those who look at themselves in a mirror; for they look at themselves and, on going away, immediately forget what they were like.”
When we take a tumble and cry out to God in our shame and distress, the psalmist says He “inclines his ear” to us. He bends over to listen.
From Psalm 31:1-2: “In you, O Lord, I seek refuge; do not let me ever be put to shame; in your righteousness deliver me. Incline your ear to me; rescue me speedily. Be a rock of refuge for me, a strong fortress to save me.”
To walk by faith does not mean to stop thinking. Acting foolishly or thoughtlessly, expecting God to bail you out if things go amiss, isn’t faith at all. It is presumption.
From Hebrews 11:6: “And without faith it is impossible to please God, for whoever would approach Him must believe that He exists and that He rewards those who seek Him.”
No greater compliment can be given than this one: “When I am with that person, it’s like I’m in the presence of Jesus Himself.”
From 2 Corinthians 8:21: “For we intend to do what is right not only in the Lord’s sight but also in the sight of others.”
The Christian’s greatest goal is to be like Christ.
From 2 Corinthians 8:21: “For we intend to do what is right not only in the Lord’s sight but also in the sight of others.”
If you want to be a person with a large vision, you must cultivate the habit of doing the little things well. That’s when God puts iron in your bones.
From Luke 16:10: “Whoever is faithful in a very little is faithful also in much; and whoever is dishonest in a very little is dishonest also in much.”
I honestly believe that “forgetting” is the hardest part of “forgiving.” Forgetting is something shared with no other person. It’s a solo flight.
From 1 John 4:4: “Little children, you are from God, and have conquered them; for the one who is in you is greater than the one who is in the world.”
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There is one Advocate we all need–one who represents sinners like us in the highest of all places–the presence of God: “Jesus Christ, the righteous.” What a great promise!
From 1 John 2:1-2: “My little children, I am writing these things to you so that you may not sin. But if anyone does sin, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous; and He is the atoning sacrifice for our sins, and not for ours only but also for the sins of the whole world.”
Discipline is one of the most hated terms in our times. If you want to put a stop to mediocrity, replace excuses with fresh determination . . . you need discipline.
From Colossians 1:10-12: So that you may lead lives worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing to Him, as you bear fruit in every good work and as you grow in the knowledge of God. May you be made strong with all the strength that comes from His glorious power, and may you be prepared to endure everything with patience, while joyfully giving thanks to the Father, who has enabled you to share in the inheritance of the saints in the light.”
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