Posts Tagged ‘serve’
Keep On!
I have been ready to quit on many occasions. It takes a deep resolve to finish some projects or events. There are times when I’m so very close to the finish line and if I quit, I will have wasted a ton of energy but still come of short of my goal. I’ve learned over…
Read MoreMeasuring Up
I remember as a kid, I was never chosen first for the kick ball game or the dodge ball game. I wasn’t the last one chosen, but I remember never being the first. My physical ability has always what I call average. I’m not trying to put myself down, I’m just being real. I will…
Read MoreJesus Is Enough
I grew up thinking I had to do all these things to be saved. I had to go to church. I had to talk right. I had to live right. I couldn’t curse. I couldn’t smoke or chew – or go with girls who do! The list of rules that I tried to live…
Read MoreMotive
This word is defined as “a reason for doing something, especially something that is hidden or not obvious”. I think understanding motive is critical to having integrity and honor in our treatment of others. I believe that people who follow Jesus should have motives that are obvious and in alignment with His call upon our…
Read MoreFreedom!
I am very patriotic about the freedom we enjoy in our country. This freedom is still being defended and protected by young men and women who believe in the “land of the free and the home of the brave”. I’d gladly fight for our freedom even at my age. Freedom really isn’t free, but it’s…
Read MorePride
I believe the Lord hates pride with a passion. He doesn’t tolerate that trait in me. I don’t think pride and deep faith can coexist. I’ve heard it said that all sin started with pride. That statement stunned me at first. When I examine it closely, I see the truth in it. I have had…
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