SELF-LOVE, Part 2

Self-love is a journey. How wonderful to be able to love ourselves by loving what God loves and forgives. He made us, was delighted by saying "It is good!" He also gave us His Son to be crucified and...

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SELF-LOVE, Part 1

Today, when we hurt, we hear so often to love ourselves more. But what is self-love? Self-love is the introspective prioritization of my importance and acceptance of my real self - at least my positive self. Any insecurity or awkwardness pushes...

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THE FINGER OF GOD, Part 2

We all need discernment, especially in decision-making. Here are some examples: Between right and wrong, or between my right and your wrongBetween left or right pathBetween winning or losingBetween all or nothing (extremism)Between my way or the high wayBetween the common good...

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THE FINGER OF GOD, Part 1

Today’s culture and government seem to have created a paradoxical polarization. They seem to have created a difficult dilemma for answers. Discussing two different viewpoints often ends up in name calling and character assassination. The Bible saw a polarization many...

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BEG AND PLEAD, Part 2

PURIFICATION, HEALTH, ENERGY, ALIVENESS, PASSION. It seems impossible to experience these five miracle life skills if the body is in poor health. Again, it starts with the body. Energy seems to be the single best indicator of good health....

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BEG AND PLEAD, Part 1

Briefly, I share with you a true story of a man whose life was saved because another man begged and pleaded. This other man was God's ambassador to stand in the gap and save his friend's life. Earlier, this...

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LOVE TRUMPS ALL

One of my favorite hobbies is playing cards with friends. Bridge, Hearts, Pinochle, Casino, 10 To 1, Rummy and Cribbage are all card games I like.  Knowledge of the game rules is the first step to being a winner. Card smarts...

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17 MINUTES – 17 SECONDS

17:17 is now my magic number! It replaces 15:00. Why is it magic? It is my ALONE TIME within a personal private place. It is my stop-everything time to bring every thought under control with deep breaths. It is Mindful...

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KNOW THE ENEMY, Part 2

Here is a personal example of facing the No. 1 spiritual enemy. One night I had a horrendous dream. It was so intense and real. In the dream, an ugly human-like creature grabbed my right leg and pulled me...

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KNOW THE ENEMY, Part 1

The art of knowing is a difficult skill to master because it demands exceptional focused attention, intense study and deliberate action. KNOWING is the first crucial step in winning!  To KNOW is to be aware of through complete observation...

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