The Teachable Heart

The Exception 24.06.2023 3:04 ↓

When we’ve tripped and fallen, may we remember that there’s life beyond that fall. And that life can yet be good.  It can yet be meaningful – to us, and to God. 

It "Musth" Stop! 23.06.2023 3:15 ↓

Too many of our young men today are growing up as “practical” orphans.

Do Not Repeat 22.06.2023 3:25 ↓

Do you find yourself dwelling on the hurtful actions of others?  If so, is it possible you’ve yet to fully forgive them? 

Taking Off the Mask 21.06.2023 3:33 ↓

Throughout history, people have chosen to wear any number of different masks.  But that wasn’t God’s original intent for mankind. 

Without a Word 20.06.2023 3:23 ↓

Witnessing with words is good, but never underestimate the power of godly conduct!

Weary and Discouraged 19.06.2023 3:34 ↓

Weary, discouraged people often panic and flee, when God would have them stay.

The Murky Invitation 17.06.2023 3:10 ↓

Cornelius invited.  Peter preached.  God saved. We each have a part to play.

The Right Analytics 16.06.2023 3:33 ↓

Who doesn’t want to be effective and productive for God?  But how do we know if we are? This answer from God's Word may surprise you.

Conscience: Friend or Foe? 15.06.2023 3:16 ↓

Christ’s forgiveness trumps an overactive conscience.

Chosen Instruments 14.06.2023 3:09 ↓

We are God’s chosen instruments.  Have you figured  out how He wants to use you?

Pleasant and Persuasive 13.06.2023 3:35 ↓

Want to influence others with what you say or write? Remember, we’re never persuasive when we’re abrasive.

Hot, Cold, or Lukewarm? 12.06.2023 3:16 ↓

If Jesus were visiting you, would He find you hot, cold, or lukewarm? Believe it or not, the metaphor has nothing to do with spiritual fervor!

Resting in His Knowledge 10.06.2023 3:14 ↓

God already knows the answer to your trying situation.  He’s resting in His knowledge, and we can rest in it too. (BTW, I inadvertently called Philip, "Peter" in one instance).

Honoring Correction 09.06.2023 2:57 ↓

We’re to respect everyone; but we’re to honor God above all. 

Nesting or Flying? 08.06.2023 3:24 ↓

One threat to spiritual joy, is spiritual complacency. God wants us to soar for Him. Is it possible you’ve grown too comfortable in the nest?

The Rolling Stones (No, NOT Them) 07.06.2023 3:03 ↓

Did God need help removing the stone?  No.  Yet He expected the people to join Him in His work.

Prepared 06.06.2023 3:09 ↓

It's not always possible, but we will rarely regret our preparation.

Mislabeled 05.06.2023 3:29 ↓

Do your "contents" match the label you wear?

Empathy or Apathy? 03.06.2023 3:04 ↓

If our empathy toward another leaves them comfortable in their sin, we’ve placed them above God. 

Whose Job is It? 02.06.2023 3:12 ↓

If God’s truth, love, and hope are to prevail, it will be God, and not us, who brings about the change of heart and mind.

The Other Name 01.06.2023 3:35 ↓

Whatever you’ve done in the past, God wants you to know that you can be given a new name. 

Walled Off or Set Free? 31.05.2023 3:24 ↓

Are you more interested in loving well or in protecting yourself against hurt?

The Saving and Starting Point 30.05.2023 3:05 ↓

Belief is indeed the saving point.  But it’s also the starting point. 

Our Daily Work 27.05.2023 3:16 ↓

The work God wants from us is to believe in His faithfulness – for our eternity, and for every day in between.

Manhole Cover? 26.05.2023 3:14 ↓

He may not always grant our prayers, but He is always able to do more than we ask or imagine.