Go ahead and admit it. You get angry. I do. We all do. We’re natural-born sinners. And that means we get angry. I’m not going to devote this blog to telling you had bad anger is. There are plenty o…
Image by WOKANDAPIX from Pixabay “I have a dream…” “One small step…” “We the people…” “In the beginning…” “Here’s Johnny!” Words. They are so powerful. They can build up, inspire, offer hope, and m…
Have you ever had a few drinks and suddenly felt the urge to contact someone either from your past or present? It’s easier than ever to do so, especially in today’s digital age, when reaching out to someone is just a click away. But before you go and hit send, take a moment to think …
The key to healthy relationships is communication. There are some things not to do if you’re attempting “healthy” communication.
Sheryl H. Boldt
Rudeness undermines our relationships at work, in our communities, in our churches – and, most often, in our homes. Just as the temperature drops when a cold front moves into our area, so does the warmth of a relationship drop, degree by degree, when we practice rudeness. If we want to rekindle the flames, we must stop excusing our offensive behavior and take action to correct it.
Image by PDPics from Pixabay I don’t particularly appreciate going somewhere because I know there are bad, aggressive, dangerous drivers out there. I don’t “fear” them, but I know I have to be extr…
Recently, I felt anger rise within me when my husband, Larry, had promised several times to help me with a computer problem. Although the problem didn’t really affect my work much, it still seemed like I needed help right then!
Via Valenzuela
In the Christian life, self-control is like a hidden gem: it's incredibly transformative and quiet. Bolder virtues in the busy chaos of our everyday lives often overshadow it. What if I told you that exercising self-control is a spiritual superpower and a virtue?Self-control in the BibleThe Bible makes a strong...
2 Now the overseer is to be above reproach, faithful to his wife, temperate, self-controlled, respectable, hospitable, able to teach…. 4 He must manage his own family well and see that his children obey him, and he must do so in a manner worthy of full respect. -I Timothy 3:2, 4, NIV Because divorce prejudice is real … Continue reading "Vulnerability of being a Pastor Faithful Spouse"
There are already many sermons on walking in the Spirit of God. This Action Power Devotional will show you the meaning of walking in the Spirit and the relevance of it to your spiritual life and every other aspect of your life. Read other Action Power Devotionals here Walking in the Spirit of God scripture […]
A person without self-control is like a city with broken-down walls. -Proverbs 25:28, NLT For God will never give you the spirit of fear, but the Holy Spirit who gives you mighty power, love, and self-control. -2 Timothy 1:7, TPT Some cheaters thrive off of provoking the faithful spouse to anger. I believe this. It … Continue reading "Cheaters as provokers. Don’t give them the satisfaction."
Guest blogger Noah Duncan is the author of DaytoDayChristian.com, a blog site dedicated to dealing with the everyday challenges of being a Christian in today's world. He felt called by God to share his talent and ability to encourage others through his writing. Noah has been married to his wife Pam for 31 years, and they have a daughter in college and a son in high school. Noah teaches English, Journalism, and Broadcasting as well as coaching softball and tennis at a local high-school in St....
Insecurity for a pastor or leader can keep you from taking risks, making the hard decisions, and eventually stall an organization.
“So Moses gave a commandment, and they caused it to be proclaimed throughout the camp, saying, “Let neither man nor woman do any more work for the offering of the sanctuary.” And the people were re…
Nothing is achieved without self-discipline. Successful athletes, people in business, and God's servants achieved their goals through self-discipline. We all want success, but only some people want to undergo the process. We all want wisdom, but only some want to be teachable or disciplined.Discipline or training is about facing obstacles...
Four steps to self-discipline are principles that help create structure. And lead to positive habits and routines that benefit your life.
This post was first published in January, 2015. —ed. When was the last time you sat down and evaluated your testimony? Not the story of how the Lord saved you, but the daily testimony of your life. What does your life say about your faith, your knowledge of God and His Word, and your love
How can you say to your brother, ‘Let me take the speck out of your eye,’ when all the time there is a plank in your own eye? -Matthew 7:4, NIV Some cheaters are so bold as to believe they know how YOU need to improve as a Christian!
There are several reasons why you should be very careful about what you hear in life. Don’t listen to what people say if it is negative and has no value for you.
Today we’re talking about praying for peace with the boundaries of our bodies. One of the hardest aspects of our body image struggles may be accepting …