Category: God Idea

  • Thankful: God Idea #49

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    Harley H
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    Do you find it easy to be thankful? Sometimes it’s easier than other times, especially when things are going well. But what about when events aren’t unfolding like we’d like them to? Are we still thankful? I was reminded recently that we’ve received a priceless gift – the gift of salvation (which includes a full…

  • Surrender: God Idea #48

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    Harley H
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    I know that I like to be in control, manage the TV remote, and have the final say on what goes or doesn’t. Surrender seems contrary to what we understand of the Christian life. True, we do need to fight against evil, however we also need to surrender to God if we want to win…

  • Meek: God Idea #47

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    Harley H
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    Blessed are the meek – just what does that mean? It sounds like an invitation to be a doormat, to let others walk all over you. But is that what it really means? I understand meekness to actually be a show of strength and restraint, having the ability to take revenge, for example, or have…