Repentant Leadership

  I have come to the conclusion that those who never repent must never attempt to do anything. I know what failure feels like. I’ve learned that failure isn’t fatal unless I let it be. I learned a long time ago that there are at least three actions to take when I fail: Take ownership…

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Fast & Pray

  A friend of mine when on a fast for several days only drinking water and fruit juices. At the end of the fast, he had to slowly starting putting regular food into his body. I remember a conversation that we had during the fast and he spoke about clarity and how focused he was…

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Entreaty

I’m not sure I’ve ever noticed this word before although it’s meaning is fairly simple. It simply means: “earnest request, or petition; supplication.” It sounds a lot like prayer to me. I like the word treaty, which is inside this word. Treaty is about an agreement or pact of some sort. For all the good…

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Humble Or Humbled

I’m not sure when I first learned humility. I’m pretty sure I learned it as a kid, but then I’ve had to keep re-learning this concept. Humility is a theme throughout the Word of God. I must constantly remember my role in my relationship with God but also in my relationship with others. Humility is…

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Following The Lord

I grew up following the Lord because my parents and grandparents followed Him. I do remember some of my rebellious ways and stupid choices I made as a teenager growing up. I really wish I knew then what I know now. Young people always impress me who have a deep faith in God. This young…

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Cleaning House

  I do know what it’s like to clean house. Everyone needs to clean out and sort out what should be kept and what should be discarded or moved out. There are times that my closet gets full because I keep buying clothes and not discarding some or giving away extra. One of the hardest…

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