For several years we enjoyed a perennial garden in our yard. It was surprising because we are not especially gifted at caring for plants. That is understatement. The truth is we kill things we attempt to grow, so having a successful garden was an accomplishment. Years later, I learned that perennials are basically weeds that look pretty, meaning we successfully raised weeds. Our success was […]
Confidence is a good thing, arrogance is not. Confidence grows from a place of faith and trust. Arrogance is an expression of pride. When it comes to expressions of our spiritual life, confidence demonstrates the great hope and strength that flows from a life of faith. It is encouraging and inviting, expressing the reason for the hope we have in God. Spiritual arrogance amplifies attention […]
“My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry.” – James 1:19 Have you ever been in the midst of a conversation only to find yourself waiting for the other person to stop talking, in order to say what you are thinking? Have you realized that you don’t remember what the […]