Are Goals Always Good?
Our society is well versed on the need to “plan our work and work our plan.” The apostle Paul said, “This one thing I do: forgetting the past and anticipating the future, I press toward the mark…” (Philippians 3:13). James said a double-minded person is unstable and should never expect to receive anything from the […]
Can’t Buy Me Love
In 1964, the Beatles recorded Paul McCartney’s song “Can’t Buy Me Love,” which became a huge hit. Many times, a catchy tune delivers such an emotional reward, we don’t stop to consider the validity of the message. Psychologists tell us that one of our greatest driving forces in life is to be loved and appreciated. […]
Expiration Date
The message printed on the tuna can says, “Best by 11-14-16.” That means the tuna will be good for a while—nothing to worry about. But wait, according to this label, on November 14, 2016, I have reason to be concerned. At the stroke of midnight, the can will cease to contain the “best” and will […]
Mind Reader
David said, “God sees me every time I sit up or sit down. He even knows my thoughts from afar” (Psalm 139:2). Jesus said, “God sees every sparrow that falls. And you should know you’re worth much more to him than a couple of sparrows” (Matthew 10:29–31). He might also have said, “God sees every […]
Wait upon the Lord
Samantha took to heart the prophet’s words to “wait upon the Lord for the renewal of her strength” (Isaiah 40:31). So she waited and waited. A week passed, then and month, and finally a year. Still, she waited. Finally she realized she needed a better emphasis on waiting. No longer was she interested in being […]