Posts Tagged ‘convictions’
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…
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It hurts my heart to see people who know the right thing to do, but they simply won’t change. There are times that there is a chemical addition hindering change. There are other times where pride and position hinder change. I believe that people can change. I believe I can change. I have made changes…
Read MoreI Know
There are things that I know because I’ve experienced them. There are things I know because others have told me. There are other things I know because they are laws – they happen every time. For example, I know that when I throw something up, it always comes down because of the law of gravity.…
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There are things that I know and believe to be true, but I can’t prove them. I have confidence in the Lord that others probably think is stupid. I have been through some sufferings and struggles in my life and the Lord was there with me and walked with me through it. The Lord’s Presence…
Read MoreRise Up & Stand Firm
I am an “early riser” and I like to go to bed at a fairly early hour. I feel much better about the day ahead if I have time to prepare and plan. I like to schedule my day instead of my day scheduling me. I like to start my day with some time with…
Read MoreStanding Firm
I grew up in the country side of Kentucky. I grew up in an era where your word and a hand shake were as good as a written contract. Things are a bit different now. If it isn’t in writing, it’s probably not going to happen. I grew up with values of hard work, honesty…
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