“Most of us live unexamined lives.” – Gordon McDonald I will meditate on the glorious splendor of Your majesty, And on Your wondrous works. (Psalm 145:5) What daily habit can I start to guarantee I will slow down and hear God? To me, “busy” is a bad four letter word. Yesterday, I shared how the […]
No one ever plans to fail, but many fail to plan. “Remember therefore how you have received and heard; hold fast and repent.” (Revelations 3:3) What can I do TODAY to prevent fires, rather than rushing around to put them out? A recent letter I received from the Pentagon Federal Credit Union states, “No one […]
A steward is a man who manages or takes care of another’s property. But let your “Yes,” be “Yes,” and your “No,” “No,” lest you fall into judgment. (James 5:12b) How do you recognize when your plate is getting too full of things to do? Recently, most of our church congregation completed an excellent seven […]
It is impossible to love others unless you love yourself. “And the second is like it: ‘You shall love your neighbor as yourself.’ ” (Matthew 22:39) What daily choices do you make that show you love yourself? My life slogan is “Blessed to be a blessing.” My life verse is the Greatest Commandment in which […]
Slow and steady wins the race! – Aesop’s Fables Remind them to be subject to rulers and authorities, to obey, to be ready for every good work, (Titus 3:1) Are you speeding through life? What does it mean when you speed? How many times have you hurt people because of your busyness? I’m 49. In […]
When things begin to get out of control, it’s time for a timeout! I thank my God upon every remembrance of you, (Philippians 1:3) Do you need a timeout to re-evaluate where you are going and what you are doing? What daily habit can you establish to serve as your timeout? Today is my birthday. […]
God´s promises are “Yes” and “Amen!” And Jesus said unto them “Because of your unbelief” (Matthew 17:20) What steps can you take to change your perspective? Our perspective makes a tremendous difference. God wants us to see things from His heavenly perspective and then pray accordingly. God is sovereign. He´s in charge. He´s in control […]
God’s promises are “Yes” and “Amen!” And Jesus said unto them “Because of your unbelief” (Matthew 17:20) What steps can you take to change your perspective? Our perspective makes a tremendous difference. God wants us to see things from His heavenly perspective and then pray accordingly. God is sovereign. He?s in charge. He?s in control […]
God is God and we are not! But I discipline my body and bring it into subjection, lest, when I have preached to others, I myself should become disqualified. (1 Corinthians 9:27) What do you dream of doing that your body won’t let you do right now? Virginia’s destiny is to become the healthiest state […]
Being highly healthy means being healthy in every area of your life during every stage of your life. If means being balanced in these areas: body, mind, spirit, and community. – Dr. Walt Lawrimore. “You shall love the LORD your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your strength.” (Deuteronomy […]