Posts Tagged ‘grateful’
First
I’ve heard sports fanatics say the guy is second place is the first loser. I do take issue with that in practical terms, as they were almost first. There are lots of other competitors who didn’t even get close to first. There is only one “first”. There are events in our lives that we remember…
Read MoreGreat Attitude
I have seen people with a great attitude and less skill go further and faster forward in life than a person with profound knowledge and greater skill. A great attitude is like oil to the inner workings of an engine – all the parts work better together when the internal lubricant is properly added. I…
Read MoreFavor & Blessing For Obedience
I grew up having to learn obedience. My parents taught me that it was wise to listen to their instruction and follow it. I can’t count the number of times I found safety because I listened. I do remember some of the times I ignored their counsel and did things my own way, only to…
Read MoreHarvest Generosity
One of my favorite holidays is less than a week away. Thanksgiving originally began when the pilgrims who survived the first year in a new country with the help of some Native Americans. They spent like four days celebrating the harvest with Thanksgiving. It was a joyful time of thankfulness for the blessings that came…
Read MoreMy Favorite Holiday Season
It’s hard to believe it’s November already. The end of the year is in sight. One of my favorite times of the year is the season of Thanksgiving. I love it when people express their thankful heart to the Lord and to one another. I believe the Lord is the Giver of all good things.…
Read MoreFreely Give
I have experienced guilt-giving and I’ve experienced guilt-free giving and I like the latter much better. If I give out of guilt, I completely miss the joy that is associated with giving. Giving out of guilt is drudgery for sure. The Lord speaks of giving all throughout scripture. I came across giving in a bit…
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