Posts Tagged ‘serving’
Know It All
I really try to not come across as a “Know It All” on any subject. I believe that I can learn from just about everyone. I learn from some people to not hang around them after one conversation. But I’ve also learned that I can learn a lot from others who are much younger and…
Read MorePower
It is sometimes interesting to see what happens when normal people get power. There are some who rise slowly through the promotion ranks to positions of powers. There are those who are elected to powerful positions. I believe that people are needed in positions of power to lead. Everyone can’t be “the” leader, but everyone…
Read MoreHumble Rewarded
I enjoy working with humble people because their ego isn’t so big that it must be puffed up or propped up when I’m around them. The Lord speaks again and again to the value of humility. Prideful people often can’t see past themselves. Prideful people often don’t think they need anything. Prideful people see…
Read MoreBlessing & Prosperity
These two words fit together like a hand and a glove. I like both words. Blessing on one hand, is a gift or favor from God. Prosperity is a successful, thriving condition – especially regarding finances (dictionary.com). I have never been one who promotes a “prosperity gospel” – meaning if you follow the Lord, you…
Read MorePosition
I have held different positions over the course of my life. I am a son, husband, dad, “Pop”, and a friend – these are many of family member positions. I have had two different careers if I don’t count growing up on a farm. I was a full-time pastor (youth, college) for 20 years. I…
Read MoreHumble 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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