Carrying Our Crosses. More things are piled up on the shoulders of those who choose to follow Jesus. It is as if pressures are calibrated to keep pace with our growing strengths. There seems to be no end in sight to all possible discomfort and pain one must be willing to take in order to be a disciple of Jesus. (Read more…)
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Singleness. When you feel loved, hardship is easier. And pleasing your partner is to your advantage – because their happiness is your happiness. There is no doubt that if you are not one of the few people designed for a single lifestyle, having a partner can be a great comfort – though marriage has its own problems. (Read more…)
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God’s Blueprint for Singles. Beginning today, offer to God his special area of great excitement for you. Let Him be the writer and author of this great love story! God is assuring you to live each day with the joy of knowing that God has your best intentions in His heart! He loves you deeply that He’s so excited to see you each day with sparkle in your eyes, with smart confidence in your poise, with that smile on your voice and with love and passion in your heart! (Read more…)
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Meeting Peoples’ Four Deepest Needs – by Rick Warren. Jesus told us that he came so that we would have “life to the fullest” (John 10:10). If that was Jesus’ goal while he was on earth, don’t you think that should be a goal of the church? Most people aren’t living life to the fullest. Sure, most people have full lives. They’re always going from one place to another, from one accomplishment to another, and often from one relationship to another. Many people’s schedules are full, but that’s a far cry from living life to the fullest. (Read more…)
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Seven Secrets of Stress Management – by Rick Warren. Then Jesus said, “Let’s get away from the crowds for a while and rest.” There were so many people coming and going that Jesus and his apostles didn’t even have time to eat. Mark 6:31 (NLT). Jesus experienced enormous stress and pressure, yet it didn’t seem to disturb his peace of mind. In spite of opposition, constant demands, and little privacy, his life reflected a calm sense of balance. What is His secret? (Read more…)
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The Uncertain Leader. Uncertainty is a permanent part of the leadership landscape. It never goes away. Uncertainty is not an indication of poor leadership; it underscores the need for leadership. It is the environment in which good leadership is most easily identified. (Read more…)
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