21 Indeed, we are giving careful thought to do what is right, not only before the Lord but also before people. (2 Corinthians 8:21 CSB) Most people are considerate about their lives and doing the right thing. You do not typically have to ask people to do this. I think that is one...
Which Stone
7 So honor will come to you who believe; but for the unbelieving, The stone that the builders rejected—this one has become the cornerstone,[g] 8 and A stone to stumble over,and a rock to trip over.[h] They stumble because they disobey the word; they were destined for this. (1 Peter 2:7-8 CSB) Our...
The Many & The Chosen
14 “For many are invited, but few are chosen.” (Matthew 22:14 CSB) I was most often that kid that got chosen last. It is not that I had no skills for the game being played, but I was an ungainly child, as apt to fall over my own feet as anything...
In All Things
8 If I go east, he is not there,and if I go west, I cannot perceive him.9 When he is at work to the north, I cannot see him;when he turns south, I cannot find him.10 Yet he knows the way I have taken;[a]when he has tested me, I will emerge as pure...
Diminishing the Din
3 In the morning, Lord, you hear my voice;in the morning I plead my case to you and watch expectantly. (Psalms 5:3 CSB) Beginning the morning with scripture and prayer can set the course for each new day. The interesting thing that I have realized by doing so is that the more...