Month: October 2009

Life Notes—October 29, 2009  “See that none of you repays evil for evil, but always seek to do good to one another and to all. Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” 1 Thessalonians 5:15-18 There are many passages in … Continue reading Rejoice Always

Life Notes—October 22, 2009  “He was trying to see who Jesus was, but on account of the crowd he could not, because he was short in stature.  So he ran ahead and climbed a sycamore tree to see him; because he was going to pass that way.”  Luke 19:3-4                                    When I was in college I … Continue reading Great Encounters

Life Notes—October 15, 2009  “…Take care!  Be on your guard against all kinds of greed, for one’s life does not consist in the abundance of possessions.”  Luke 12:15                                    Sometimes I get totally obsessed with wanting something.  Not needing it, mind you, just wanting it.  Often it is not some inexpensive item either, but a major … Continue reading Possessions

Life Notes—October 8, 2009  “Honor the Lord with your substance and with the first fruits of all your produce; then your barns will be filled with plenty, and your vats will be bursting with wine.”  Proverbs 3: 9-10                                    Did you hear the one about the preacher who was asked how he decided the amount to give … Continue reading First Fruits

Life Notes—October 1, 2009  “But those who want to be rich fall into temptation and are trapped by many senseless and harmful desires that plunge people into ruin and destruction.  For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil…” 1 Timothy 6:9-10a                                    Well, I am glad I’m not rich enough to … Continue reading Contentment