I posted a quote yesterday about perspective. As much as I try to think differently, my default take on life tends toward “the glass is half-empty, and it’s probably leaking.” Anyone else? My conscious brain knows better, but it’s a constant battle for me, as the quote says, to focus on the flowers rather than […]
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We see what we look for. Perspective changes everything.
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First things first, not just words but examples, intentional and consistent.
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What if we get the big stuff right first?
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In the kingdom, priorities matter. “But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness…”
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According to Jesus, the blessing of independence carries great responsibility.
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“How can I help?” is a remarkable – and rare – question.
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Service when you’re hot & tired and there’s nothing in it for you…
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It’s overwhelming when you remember that every choice and every interaction has eternal consequences.
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The infinite, cosmic power of sacrificial love.
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Love and anger are powerful forces – very different sorts of power.
Continue readingChildhood Scarcity
I wasn’t raised with an abundance mentality. My parents were children of the great depression. Though neither of their families were truly destitute, they learned from their environment to believe in scarcity. Even when our own family was doing well financially, in their minds there was never enough to feel secure. As a kid, I […]
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