Stunning story in Matthew 20:29-34. Two blind men recognize Jesus on the scene. They have the gumption to ask Him for their sight. The crowd tries to shut them up. But they persist. Jesus stops.
“…and [Jesus] did not do many miracles there because of their lack of faith.” (Matthew 13:58…Matthew 13:53-58 for full story.) Are you kidding me? Really? The people there could have experienced miracles (help w their
A mentor once told me “Wisdom is ‘skillful living.’” I love that definition. Don’t know about you, but I want some of that. Want to know how to “live skillfully”? (Me too!!) Then, get wisdom.
Reflecting on John 21:18-23 this morning. Powerful! Was reminded that “Comparisons Can Kill.” Peter looked around and said “What about him?” Jesus replied “If I want him to….what is that to you?” For those of
All of us in some areas of our lives need help. All of us have things we can learn. All of us are “children” somewhere in our lives, in need of growing up. There is
Mom used to say “Loose lips sink ships.” Meaning, you can do a lot of damage with your mouth. It’s true. Unbridled talk can wound deeply and leave us with a pile of regrets. Couple
Jim Rohn said “You are the average of the five people you spend the most time with.” Turns out this is a Divine Principle…making it true…God agrees! Check this out: God says in Proverbs 13:20 (The
Here’s the situation: You’re trying something bold…daring…presumed impossible…a bit outlandish…and someone says “Come on…be real!” or “Wait a minute, we need to be realistic about this!” Catch the words “real” and “realistic.” Whose reality? What
What’s your take on generosity? Here is God’s take: Honor the Lord with your wealth and with the firstfruits of all your produce; then your barns will be filled with plenty, and your vats will be bursting with
I was in my mid-twenties…doing very well in life…so I thought. Had a great job, well on my way to starting and owning my own business, already having 2 houses, nice car, plenty of money,