The Bible calls us to love others. In fact it is the greatest commandment. But love isn’t always that warm fuzzy feeling and it’s not always easy. It requires a sacrifice and means doing things for others that we might not want to do in order to show them Gods love in us.
1 Corinthians …
There is something about lifting up your hands in praise. It is like a child reaching for their father. It is an open invitation for God to hold you, to touch your heart. There is no defense, only open arms to your Father.
I’m sure that your parents have probably told you to learn how to control yourself: your temper, your desires, your love, your appetite, etc… Self-control is not as much about living by the rules as it is about living a life that pleases God. Inside of a life that pleases God is a great deal of self-control.
Luke 6:27-28
“But I say to you who hear: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, and pray for those who spitefully use you.” (NKJV)
This verse goes against our human nature. It may be easy to want to do good towards someone who did something good for …
Your new boss is very demanding, and any perceived slacking off brings a barrage of loud and degrading comments from him, in front of everyone. Would it make a difference in your attitude at work if he would have approached the situation in a different way?
Most people have felt lonely at some point in their life for one reason or another. Maybe you are feeling alone right now. Loneliness can easily lead to depression and allow the devil a foothold in your life if you let it. The devil’s plan is to keep us from experiencing God …