Posts Tagged ‘heart’
Recognized
I love our small town where I’m going about my business of pumping fuel or buying groceries and recognize a friend or a neighbor and strike up a conversation or a quick “how are you and your family?” I dress similar each day with dress slacks and nice shirt with my company logo on the…
Read MorePrepared & Ready
As I begin my day, I’d like to be as prepared as possible for the day ahead. My wife and I also like to travel some with our 5th Wheel camper, and it takes lots of preparation for a trip. I think preparation is an important part of nearly every activity. I need to think…
Read MoreOutward Appearance
I have learned to push forward even when I’m struggling inside. I’ve also learned to smile even when I’m hurting inside. I have learned to “fake it until I make it”. I can look like I’ve got it all together on the outside, but inside I’m a “jacked up mess”. I know people who look…
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 MoreChanged
I think change is a normal part of humanity. We are changing today and we’re different than we were yesterday. Change is not always easy, but it is always happening. I’ve seen people change in an instant and I’ve seen people change over a period of years. A couple of young ladies in my office…
Read MoreBehave
I’ve heard that word many times over the years directed at me. I’ve used that word with my children over the years as well. It’s meant to be a directive regarding my actions and activities. I must confess that I’ve ignored that directive a few times. A few years ago, when studying God’s Word, it…
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