Yes, just as you can identify a tree by its fruit, so you can identify people by their actions. (Matthew 7:20, NLT)
Bible Doodle: Matthew 7:20
What are you advertising?
We are walking advertisements of what we believe. People notice first and foremost what we do. If they like what they see, they might be interested in finding out if our words line up with what we say–if we talk one way and act another, our words lose credibility. In other words, can people tell… Read More
It all starts in the brain.
Your words and actions begin as thoughts. What are you choosing to think about? May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing to you, O Lord, my rock and my redeemer. Psalm 19:14
Navel Gazing
Navel Gazing—inward reflection—is not a sign of narcissism. Instead, it is most useful when you take the time to consciously consider and analyze your beliefs and actions for the purpose of learning. In fact, navel gazing is a crucial step toward your growth and development. As a Christian who regularly spends time in inner reflection, my navel… Read More
Love-in-Gloves
In his book, The Saving Life of Christ, Ian Thomas paints a delightful metaphor. Christians are representatives of God—just like hands fitting into gloves. It is his hands that are inside the gloves—which represent us. People see the gloves, how they move, and how they feel. They experience the gloves squeeze theirs in handshakes and appreciate… Read More
Colossians 3:18-19 Go all out in love
Submission is not something we in America do well. I can’t speak for those in other countries, because I don’t have enough experience in and of your cultures. But individual rights and privileges–something I believe in and support–can lead us to think only of ourselves and what we deserve and have rights to. Individualistic thinking–what’s… Read More
Colossians 3:17 Take myself out of the limelight
I have been wondering lately, how much of what I do is so that people will think good of me? If I am living for God, trying to be someone who reflects His light to the world, why do I feel the need to have my shadow–my silhouette–superimposed on His light? What would it look… Read More
Kathleen S Evenhouse 