Posts Tagged ‘awareness’
Love God – Love Others
I grew up hearing about God’s love. At church we sang songs about God’s love. I heard stories from the Bible about God’s love. I remember accepting God’s love in third grade. I went from wanting to be a fireman to wanting to be a preacher. I’m thankful to have the opportunity to serve in…
Read MoreMotive
I see the motive as the thought behind the action or activity. I’ve done things before without thinking much. I’ve also done things thinking about how this will appear to others. Motives are usually secret and personal. If I open up and speak about my motive, then I become much more authentic and vulnerable. I…
Read MorePaying Taxes
I’ve been self-employed nearly my whole working career. Taxes are a bit of a sore subject for self-employed because there is no one to do the withholding on their behalf. We must do our own withholding and pay our own social security with no match from an employer. There is great danger when young people…
Read MoreInvitation Ignored
I recently forgot to RSVP to an event that I was invited to and I fully intended to respond. Thankfully, there was a follow-up text from one of the hostesses. I made it to the event. My wife is usually my “social planner”, and she is great about responding promptly to invitations. I can certainly…
Read MoreIgnore
I have learned over the years that not everything I hear is worth listening to or responding to. There are people who want my attention simply to get something from me that serves only them. There are others who want my attention to sell me something that I don’t need or really want. I must…
Read MoreSmall Faith
I have been a Christ follower for many years. In fact, I was baptized in 3rd grade. I must admit that I was more afraid of going to hell, than excited about what heaven might be like. Over the years my faith has become deeper and wider for sure. There are times when I lean…
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