Posts Tagged ‘respect’
Prejudice
I live in the Southeast United States and our part of the country has a past in the area of prejudice to people. The word “prejudice” is “a pre-conceived opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience. It is dislike, hostility or unjust behavior coming from unfounded opinions.” Unfortunately prejudice is often…
Read MoreRestitution
This term usually involves money to be exchanged for a loss. Insurance companies are built upon the foundation of making restitution for a loss sustained upon my possessions that are insured with them. God was handing down some laws that were very specific in dealing with possessions. I’ve never really that God was very…
Read MoreA Healthy Fear
Fear is not always a bad thing. It can make me keenly aware of where I am and what I’m doing. It can also remind me of safer choices and better options. I am not super scared of the dark. I do feel like I have a healthy respect for the darkness because of…
Read MoreFear God
I remember as a kid being scared to death of God. I thought He was this “giant old man” in the sky who was there to “smack my hand” if I got out of line or was disobedient. I did pretty much everything for God out of my fear of Him. As I’ve grown…
Read MoreReciprocal
I do appreciate it when I do something for someone else and they try to “pay me back” for it. Reciprocal means something given or felt in return. I try to be reciprocal to others out of gratitude for their kindness or good will. I came across a passage from the story of Noah…
Read MoreRevere
This word carries with it “deep respect and admiration”. I believe it’s super important to revere the Lord. He is All Powerful, All Present and All Knowing. I believe He is everything He says He is and I can’t help but revere Him. Check this out… 2 But for you who revere my name, the…
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