These posts discuss various aspects of personal development. They focus on practical ways that we can bring change to our lives.
“The seed that fell on the hard path represents those who hear the Good News about the Kingdom and don’t understand it. Then the evil one comes and snatches the seed away from their hearts.” Why is it that some people don’t understand our message about the Kingdom? In some cases, it is becase their hearts […]
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“Influence comes not from what you get in life. Influence comes from what you give away in life, and the more you give away, the more influential you’ll be.” Rick Warren “Give and it will be given to you. Good measure, pressed down, shaken together, running over, will be put into your lap. For with
“But David’s conscience began bothering him because he had cut Saul’s robe.” David had already been anointed as the next king. He had a word from God that he was going to be the one to replace Saul. At the moment, though, King Saul was intent on tracking David and his men down and killing them. At
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*We are almost three months into the new year. How are you doing with your fitness goals for 2025? Here is an article to help you stay motivated! If you have worked out for any length of time, you have probably wondered at some point, “What can I do to speed up my progress?” I
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“Don’t worry about anything; instead pray about everything.” Fear and worry have become prevalent in our society. I meet so many people that are genuinely scared about their future and the future of our country. The past few years have provided challenges and obstacles to all of us. Many people have dealt with financial, health, or
Where is the Peace? Read More »
“A person without self-control is like a city with broken-down walls.” We don’t see many cities in America with walls. That is not a common architectural feature today. Cities used to be built with large, thick walls around them to keep the bad guys out and the good guys safe within. The large gate could
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“Rightly understood, tolerance is a trait we should all excel in. If tolerance means granting people the right to be wrong, we of all people ought to be known for our tolerance. “Unfortunately, that’s not what tolerance means today. The word has been redefined. It no longer means granting others the right to be wrong.
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The title of this article is a very popular Google search phrase. While the New Testament never shows Jesus in meditation in the sense that we think of it today, it often presents him finding a quiet place to pray. There is no description of Him assuming a lotus position and and engaging in Transcedental
Did Jesus Meditate? Read More »
