Posts Tagged ‘patient’
Redeemed
This word has lots of uses in our language and our culture. We redeem a mortgage. We make up for our bad choices with “redeeming” behavior. In scripture, the word redeemed means that we are free from sin because there has been a sacrifice that redeems. Under the old law, an animal sacrifice was the…
Read MoreImpatience
I have been told that I’m impatient. My wife is who calls me out the most on this – it’s mostly when I drive. I just want to hurry up and get there. I’m not too aggressive, but I am not patient with slow drivers who insist on driving in the “passing lane” on the…
Read MoreCreator & The Craftsman
I enjoy watching people who have learned a craft or skill. They do so many parts of their craft with ease and almost without thought. They have grown in their skill to the point where it is hard to imagine them ever starting from scratch and becoming so polished and skill. I enjoy woodworking and…
Read MoreFear/Respect
I have won my share of “safe driving awards” (aka speeding tickets). I am pretty intense and on purpose when driving. I like to be early to my destination, which is “on time” to me. I am not proud of the awards. In fact, I’m a bit embarrassed because I’ve taught my kids to have…
Read MoreClear Distinction
This word means that there is a difference. It carries with it the word comparison which isn’t always a good thing. There comparisons/distinctions that can be healthy. For example, there is a distinction between someone who exercises and eats healthy versus the person who eats fast food and never exercises. There is a definite distinction…
Read MoreMy Plan & Your Plan
I had a plan for my life, but some things changed, and it looks like it does now. I’ve learned that the things that shock me or surprise me didn’t surprise the Lord. He knows what I need. He knows what is best. He knows the twists and turns that are ahead on my journey.…
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