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Recognition and Praise

Would you still do it if no one knew you did it? “It” in the question above refers to acts of kindness. Because let me tell you, sometimes acts of kindness are easier to do when we know we will be recognized and praised for doing them. I know that I sometimes love to hearContinue reading “Recognition and Praise”

Accountability, Feelings, and Our Conscience

Therefore, confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective. – James 5:16 I have read this verse during the week, and I have not stopped thinking about it since. It has got my mind going. ThisContinue reading “Accountability, Feelings, and Our Conscience”

What If It’s a Rattler?!

So, I recently got a job at a Christian camp. I started last Friday and worked throughout the weekend. That is why I did not post on Saturday like I normally do. So, from now on, I will post once a week and try my hardest to keep my posts on Saturday, but there willContinue reading “What If It’s a Rattler?!”

Who Do You Say I Am?

When Jesus came to the region of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, “Who do people say the Son of Man is?” They replied, “Some say John the Baptist; others say Elijah; and still others, Jeremiah or one of the prophets.” “But what about you?” he asked. “Who do you say I am?” Simon PeterContinue reading “Who Do You Say I Am?”

Wisdom or Knowledge?

Have you ever been presented with a choice that you had to make the best decision in? What was it you did to help you make a decision? You could have just graduated high school and you are faced with the choices of going straight to work or going off to college. Maybe you areContinue reading “Wisdom or Knowledge?”

The Cheerful Giver

Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. 2 Corinthians 9:7 Have you ever given out of compulsion? As in, you were in a sense, forced to do so because you saw it as an obligation. How oftenContinue reading “The Cheerful Giver”

The Perfect Time

I like the book of Ecclesiastes, about King Solomon’s reflections looking back on his life (some of which was lived apart from God). It is a wonderful book that shows life without God is meaningless. But there is one verse that stands out to me. Whoever watches the wind will not plant; whoever looks atContinue reading “The Perfect Time”

Growing Weary in Our Good Deeds

In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven. – Matthew 5:16 When you think of good deeds, what do you typically think of? For me, I think of generosity, of being kind and giving. One can be generous inContinue reading “Growing Weary in Our Good Deeds”

God’s Will For My Life?

“Lord, what is your will for my life?” I would ask God this question frequently. But my context behind this question was lacking. I wanted to know what it was I was supposed to do with my life and in certain situations. “What do you want me to do, Lord?”, “Is this the college IContinue reading “God’s Will For My Life?”

The Savior of All

Be honest. When you are reading the Bible, and you get to the genealogies, what do you do? I used to skip over them. Like the one that starts in the book of Matthew. I would do this for several reasons: 1) I could not pronounce half of the names that were listed, 2) IContinue reading “The Savior of All”