Reputation

This is the belief or opinion that are generally held about something or someone. It doesn’t even have to be true, – it can simply be perception.  I have always cared deeply about my reputation. I don’t always understand why some people form an opinion of me without ever talking to me or asking for…

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Accountable

I believe everyone is accountable to someone. For example, we are all accountable to the laws of the land. We are accountable to drive a certain speed in certain zones. We are accountable to how we treat one another. I can just walk up to a guy who is being a jerk and punch him…

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Rules To Live By

There are lots of rules and laws that we live by every day. There are many unspoken rules that we live by without giving much thought. For example, always face forward in an elevator; let others get off before you get on (elevator, buses, etc…); stand at least 3 feet back from a person at…

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Blessed Deceit

I can get really frustrated when someone willfully lies to me. Trust is broken and it’s really hard to trust that person ever again. I really struggle with forgiveness of people who are not repentant of lies and deceit. I remember having a conversation with my children when they were small, I can handle you…

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Both Sides of My Mouth

I’ve talked out of both sides of my mouth before and most people I know have as well. Sometimes it’s deliberate and at other times, I’ve just changed my mind after making a statement to the contrary. This can also be labeled as lying. The longer I’ve walked with the Lord, the easier it is…

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Desperation Prayer

I have been in places where I prayed to the Lord in deep desperation. It is not a pleasant place to be. In those times, I realize just how dependent upon the Lord I really am. I don’t always pray desperate prayers when things are good. I am learning that I should live in a…

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