These posts discuss various aspects of personal development. They focus on practical ways that we can bring change to our lives.
“Don’t be afraid of what you are about to suffer. The Devil will throw some of you into prison and put you to the test. You will be persecuted for ‘ten days.’ Remain faithful even when facing death, and I will give you the crown of life. “Anyone who is willing to hear should listen […]
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“But I have this complaint against you. You don’t love me or each other as you did at first! Look how far you have fallen from your first love! Turn back to me again and work as you did at first. If you don’t, I will come and remove your lampstand from its place among
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“Jacob set up a stone pillar to mark the place where God had spoken to him. Then he poured wine over it as an offering to God and anointed the pillar with olive oil.” When you look back over Jacob’s interesting and checkered life, there is a trail of markers that he set up to mark the times
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“What is truth?” Pilate One of the most dramatic encounters in the entire Bible was between Jesus and Pilate, the Roman Governor. This ranks among the most memorable conversations in history. Jesus had been arrested by the Jewish religious leaders. Because the Jews were seeking the death penalty for Jesus, they had to have Him
“Then the leading priests decided to kill Lazarus, too, for it was because of him that many of the people had deserted them and believed in Jesus.” (John 12: 10-11) The Jewish religious leaders had been plotting Jesus’ death for most of His public ministry. They understood that they had to tread carefully because so
Is there a relationship between Management and Leadership? How closely are they related? In their most basic forms, Management has to do with control, while Leadership has to do with empowerment and release. These are very different concepts. Can the two work together? In their most basic forms, Management has to do with control, while
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“And I will give you the keys of the Kingdom of Heaven…” Take a look at your key chain. How many keys do you have that you have no idea what they are for? As we were packing up to leave the United States and move to Brazil I noticed so many keys on my
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“Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life.” What are some ways that we can prevent spiritual cardiovascular disease? 1. Proper Diet– Feeding ourselves on the right things goes a long way towards protecting our hearts. The Word of God should be part of our daily diet. Feeding ourselves
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“Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life.” According to the CDC, heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. It accounts for 26% of all deaths. Yet, as serious and as dangerous as heart disease is, there are simple steps that we all can
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“Leaders are readers.” School is almost out. Summer is almost here in North America and people are planning their vacations. Vacations are a wonderful way to rest, recharge, and reconnect with those that we love. As you plan your summer, do you have a reading list? Wouldn’t it be great to read a few new
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