Posts Tagged ‘awareness’
Parent’s Blessing
I remember my Dad telling me that “this was hurting him more than it was hurting me” as he was delivering a well-deserved spanking to me a disobedient child. I took issue with his statement back then, but when my kids needed punishment, those words came back to mean something to me. I did not…
Read MoreHealing
I know what it’s like to be sick. I know what it’s like to be so weak that I can hardly move. I don’t pretend to know what others feel when they are sick, but it hurts my heart to see others hurting deeply. I have deep admiration for those who serve in the healthcare…
Read MoreForgiveness Passed On
When I remember who I was and the things I’ve done in my past, I can’t throw stones at anyone else for anything. I’ve not sinned and done things that warrant civil punishment like jail time, but nonetheless, I’ve done some very stupid things. I’m so thankful that the Lord is not as concerned about…
Read MoreThe Greatest
I work hard to be my best on most days. I don’t want to disappoint people I serve and work with. There are days that I feel totally spent. There are days that I’m invigorated. There is a tension in me that drives me to serve well and to live well to honor the King…
Read MoreNon-Offensive
I know what it is like to “tip toe” around another person’s feelings or emotions. I don’t intentionally want to hurt them in a confrontation when they are vulnerable or weak. I also don’t want to impose or come off with a haughty attitude. I think there are other times when the truth comes out…
Read MoreDeep Faith
I’ve been following Jesus since I was a kid. I sure didn’t know Him like I know Him now. I think when I was a kid, Jesus was more of an idea. As I’ve walked with Him for many years, my faith has grown much deeper and stronger. I’m not sure anything could shake my…
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