Not every lesson comes with a preview of what we should learn from it. When we get that insight, though, let's make good use of it
Author: M. Dennis
Can’t You Be Happy For Your Brother?
If you've been part of the family of God for a while, does it sometimes feel like you should get a little more credit for that?
Welcoming and Celebrating
Even if we have found restoration into the family of God, do we want the same thing for all others who need to find that same joy?
Haste Makes Waste
Even with a windfall, we're likely to find ourselves out of resources if we're selfish and wasteful
Does Our Heart Lead or Follow?
Could our actions change our attitude?
Is It Worry or Fear?
Whether we call it worry or fear, a little bit of perspective can help to free us from both
What Does it Mean to Seek the Kingdom of God?
Jesus didn't just tell us not to worry and explain why we shouldn't worry; He also gave us an alternative
No Need to Be Greedy
Maybe wealth isn't the problem with wealth...
Standing Up For Ourselves?
While God answers our prayers, are our requests sometimes about the wrong things?
I am a Neighbor to My Neighbor
Maybe being a neighbor isn't about the other person
Motive, Means, and Opportunity
Rather than making excuses about what we can't do, let's find ways to serve others who we have the means to help
Not Helpful
Sometimes, the harm that we can do for someone else isn't hurting them; it's just "not helping"
Why Do You Ask?
Do we ask questions that we already know the answer to, hoping to find a loophole or exception for ourselves?
A Good Question to Ask
While not every question has to be answered, some of them are important for us to find correct answers to
Just Checking…
If you keep getting asked the same questions, maybe just giving the correct answer isn't enough.
Rules or Righteousness
Would you be willing to set aside your preferences and traditions for a chance to show the love of God to others?
A Good Day to Ease Suffering
Let's not forget about our suffering friends after the novelty of their condition has worn off for everyone else. They may still need the healing of Jesus or the help of a friend.
Sneaking a Peek at the Last Chapter
Sometimes, it's OK to skip ahead to preview the conclusion, if only to understand the rest of the plot better
A Good Fit, or a Great Fit?
If those who were far from God can be restored to Him, can you imagine how exciting it is when those who are close to Him turn their lives over?
It’s a Gift, Not a Paycheck
We must never think about God's gift of salvation like something that we were owed.