A spiritual heritage is the richest heritage any child can receive. And when the Pharisees saw it, they said to His disciples, “Why does your Teacher eat with tax collectors and sinners?” (Matthew 9:11) Are you being a light to the world? To your family? Our family’s celebration of Thanksgiving Day this year was the […]
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Being in Charge vs Being in Control
26
Nov
God controls the future, not us. The king’s heart is in the hand of the LORD, like the rivers of water; He turns it wherever He wishes. (Proverbs 21:1) Every way of a man is right in his own eyes, but the LORD weighs the hearts. (Proverbs 21:2) As you go about your days, is […]
The Seven-Step Path to Better Decisions
25
Nov
Your destiny is determined by thousands of small decisions you make each day! Trust in the LORD with all your heart, And lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, And He shall direct your paths. (Proverbs 3:5-6) Do you have a system for making godly decisions? In looking for links […]
Gain Credibility
24
Nov
Our influence has more to do with the life we live than our position or title. A wise servant will rule over a son who causes shame, And will share an inheritance among the brothers. (Proverbs 17:2) We gain credibility when our life matches our talk and when both add value to others! It’s not […]
Some Thoughts on Thanksgiving Day
23
Nov
God commands His children to always have an attitude of gratitude! “in everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” (1 Thessalonians 5:18) “Rejoice in the Lord always. Again I will say, rejoice!” (Philippians 4:4) Are you rejoicing always? For many, Thanksgiving has become just a “Turkey Day,” […]
My Proverb 31 Wife
22
Nov
Consider others better than yourself! “She extends her hand to the poor, Yes, she reaches out her hands to the needy.” (Proverbs 31:20) During the past several years, it has been my habit to read a chapter a day from Proverbs on most mornings. Often when I came to Proverbs 31, I would turn that […]
The Law of Navigation
21
Nov
God’s plans usually unfold over time. The preparations of the heart belong to man, but the answer of the tongue is from the LORD. All the ways of a man are pure in his own eyes, but the LORD weighs the spirits. Commit your works to the LORD, and your thoughts will be established. (Proverbs […]
Managing Conflict
20
Nov
Master communication and you manage conflict! A soft answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger. (Proverbs 15:1) God rightly expects leaders to manage conflict. But how can you best accomplish this? A good place to start is Proverbs 15:1 – yet while we often quote this verse, we seldom practice it. […]
Missionary Kids
19
Nov
The instructions you follow determine the future you create. “Greater love has no one than this, than to lay down one’s life for his friends.” (John 15:13) How big is your worldview? While at the World Health Missions Conference in Louisville Kentucky on November 10, I attended a seminar titled “Raising a Family on the […]
The Miracle of Ray Boetcher
18
Nov
God owns everything and already has His network built. The key to POWER networking is deep abiding in Him and complete obedience to His voice! My voice You shall hear in the morning, O LORD; In the morning I will direct it to You, And I will look up. (Psalm 5:3) Will you let Peck […]