Posts Tagged ‘belief’
Convictions
I have several convictions. I have always defined convictions as “my opinion set in concrete”. It is officially defined as a “firmly held belief or opinion”. When my convictions are set in concrete, they are very hard to move or change. It is not impossible to change my convictions, but it usually takes a jackhammer…
Read MoreWhy?
I remember when my children went through the stage of asking “Why?” about everything it seemed. It was always very tempting to answer: “Because I said so”. I think “Why?” often offers a teachable moment. The word “Why” also is asking for clarity and understanding. There are times when it’s asked in multiple succession that…
Read MoreUnbelief
I see things all the time that I don’t believe are true. There are video clips that are made to look real, but they are fake. Some people are so good at deception, that the truth is hard to find. I find truth in God’s Word. It’s hard to know what is true when it’s…
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…
Read MoreDenial
This is defined as making a statement that something is untrue. I can deny my involvement in an activity that I’m accused of doing or being part of. Usually, a denial has been preceded by an accusation. I think denial is somewhat of a defensive response rather than an offensive response. I’m reading John’s account…
Read MoreJust Believe
There are times when the odds seem stacked against me and there is no way to come out on top. It requires some confidence and belief in my experience and abilities. There are times even when I believe in myself, I make mistakes and a deal doesn’t happen. I realize that I can believe that…
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