17 And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him. (Colossians 3:17 NIV) Talk the talk and walk the walk. When our words and deeds align the phrase above can be used....
Finding Favor
3 Let love and faithfulness never leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart. 4 Then you will win favor and a good name in the sight of God and man. (Proverbs 3:3-4 NIV) When we find favor with others we are well...
Within Reason
15 What then? Shall we sin because we are not under the law but under grace? By no means! (Romans 6:15 NIV) Life is about choices; be they good choices or bad choices. We are given a lot of freedom in this country to do, pretty much, whatever we want....
Wealthy (in this world)
17 Command those who are rich in this present world not to be arrogant nor to put their hope in wealth, which is so uncertain, but to put their hope in God, who richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment. (1 Timothy 6:17 NIV) There is no problem, necessarily,...
Refuge
11 But let all who take refuge in you be glad; let them ever sing for joy. Spread your protection over them, that those who love your name may rejoice in you. (Psalm 5:11 NIV) To be able to take refuge somewhere or in someone, there must be a level...