Tag: love
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Nurturing a Healthy Self Love
In the intricate dance of life, there exists a delicate balance when it comes to loving oneself. The Bible speaks of both the importance of a healthy love of self and the caution against self-centeredness. Let’s explore the scriptural wisdom that guides us in cultivating a love for ourselves that aligns with God’s design. Genesis…
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Walking in Another Man’s Shoes: A Great Responsibility
In a world filled with diverse perspectives, walking in another person’s shoes becomes not just an empathetic gesture but a great responsibility. This phrase resonates with the biblical call to love our neighbors as ourselves (Mark 12:31). Walking in another man’s shoes begins with understanding and embracing empathy. Empathy goes beyond sympathy; it’s the ability…
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Someone Is Praying for What You Have
In the hustle of daily life, it’s easy to overlook the blessings that surround us. The food on our table, a warm home, or the simple joy of good health are often taken for granted. It’s a common human tendency to focus on what we lack rather than appreciating the abundance we possess. However, the…
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Choosing Grace During Holiday Stress
As we navigate the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, encounters with rudeness and impatience may become more frequent. In these moments, we face a crucial choice – to respond with grace, guided by Scripture, or to allow our fleshly instincts to dictate our reactions. Scripture for Reflection: Colossians 4:6 (ESV) – “Let your…
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Christianity Jackpot Winner
I’ve heard countless individuals outline their plans for the windfall if they were to hit the lottery jackpot. I’ll admit, I’ve bought my fair share of lottery tickets over the years and sent up numerous prayers in hopes of winning. Like many, I’ve envisioned the great things I’d do for others with the winnings. Sadly,…
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Defining Ourselves in Six Words
I recently participated in a biblical course where the instructor asked us to define ourselves in six words. Armed with a piece of paper, I wrote down various sets of words until I found the six that felt encapsulated me best. Following this exercise, the instructor encouraged us to do the same for Jesus. Upon…
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Seeing, Hearing, and Loving Like Jesus
The age-old saying “hear no evil, see no evil, speak no evil” is familiar to many, often illustrated by three monkeys covering their eyes, ears, and mouths. In a spiritual context, we should seek a different perspective—one that invites us to open our eyes to see the lost and hurting, open our ears to hear…
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Balancing Love and Discipline
As many of you know, I love to read books and one thing I love most about reading is learning new words. When I was a child, my mother encouraged us to read and to read often. Whenever I encountered a new word, and I asked my mother what the word meant she would send…
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The Piece of Paper
It’s amusing how a mere piece of paper can sometimes carry so much weight in our lives. Whether it’s a diploma, a marriage license, a divorce decree, an adoption certificate, or a college degree, these documents can often define us in the eyes of the world. However, as Christians, our true identity should be anchored…
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