Romans chapter 5:4-8
…we also glory in tribulations, knowing that tribulation produces perseverance; and perseverance, character; and character, hope. Now hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out in our hearts by the Holy Spirit who was given to us. For when we were still without strength, in due time Christ [...]

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…I should give (smaller) opportunities for the person to demonstrate his or her new character

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I remember once when my son David was about that age that he chose to disregard my advice about a purchase. The result was just what I had told him it would be; disaster.

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Proverbs 18:19 says: A brother offended is harder to be won than a strong city: and their contentions are like the bars of a castle.

I awoke this morning with the distinct impression that I should write a short note to you about forgiveness.
Who do you need to forgive? Is there someone you have a little [...]

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So how did Elijah react when God informed him that he was living his very last day this side of eternity?

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Good Morning!
I was convicted as I read my devotional this morning! The text was from Matthew 17. The disciples had just come down from the Mt. of Transfiguration, where Peter, James, and John had been given a remarkable glimpse at the glory of Christ! But then…
“And when they had come to the multitude, a man [...]

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Have you ever been misunderstood? Sure you have. It’s a part of life. You try to do something helpful and beneficial; and somehow your actions are perceived as being something other than what you intended. Someone has even coined an expression to describe it: “No good deed goes unpunished”.
As I was reflecting on this issue [...]

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“I will meditate also of all thy work, and talk of thy doings.”

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…do you find yourself thinking that nobody understands you and that the boss always seems to have it in for you?

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When God is on your side everything should just work out smoothly, shouldn’t it? Success and victory are guaranteed when you follow the Lord, aren’t they?!

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