A U G U S T 8 “But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness …” — Matthew 6:33

Seeking Success

Would you call yourself a successful person? What measure do you use to determine your answer to that question? Many people define success as being happy. But if that’s our definition, few who seek success find it. Happiness is a byproduct of seeking something outside ourselves, something we cannot control. So if we bank our success on it, we’ll often experience frustration. But ultimately, it’s a lie that happiness is the... More

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A U G U S T 7 “By pride comes only contention, but with the well-advised is wisdom.” — Proverbs 13:10

Humility

When you think of humble people, what images come to your mind? What characteristics and attitudes contribute to humility? We often hold misconceptions about humility. Some people believe they can gain humility only when they deny the talents they possess. But that’s not humility; it’s foolishness. When we deny our abilities, we deny the goodness and grace of God, the giver of every good and perfect gift. Rather, humility... More

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A U G U S T 6 “But he who is greatest among you shall be your servant.” — Matthew 23:11

Greatness

Do you want to be great? The pursuit of greatness has been an almost universal quest on the part of humankind. For five thousand years, people have toiled up the path toward greatness as they see it—to the way that leads to fame and fortune, to power and privilege and ease. But Jesus stands beside that path with outstretched arms saying, “You seek greatness, but you’re not even on the right path. The pinnacles of greatness... More

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A U G U S T 5 “Therefore we must give the more earnest heed to the things we have heard, lest we drift away.” — Hebrews 2:1

Drifting

Have you ever rowed a raft on a river? If you have, then you probably know that when you row upstream, away from the falls, you have to keep going. If you stop rowing, you’ll inevitably drift backward, silently, imperceptibly toward the falls, toward danger. But as this happens, you may not realize that you’re drifting away. The Christian life is like paddling against a rapidly flowing river. It takes a definite decision of our... More

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A U G U S T 4 “Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all His benefits.” — Psalm 103:2

Let Us Remember And Give Thanks

“Thank you.” Two simple words that let us know we’re appreciated for what we do and who we are. When was the last time those words crossed your lips as you prayed to God? I believe the Scriptures place a great deal more emphasis upon gratitude than we realize. In fact, the Scriptures consider thankfulness and its antithesis, thanklessness, as extremely important issues. Throughout the Bible, we’re called again and... More

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A U G U S T 3 “And if it seems evil to you to serve the Lord, choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve, whether the gods which your fathers served that were on the other side of the River, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land you dwell. But as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.” — Joshua 24:15

Crucial Choices

People of little resolve never accomplish anything. General Julius became Julius Caesar because he made a tough decision: He dared to cross the Rubicon, a river all Roman generals were forbidden to cross even with the smallest band of soldiers. He said, “If I cross not this river this instant then my life shall be overcome with calamities.” And laying the reins upon the neck of his horse, he plunged into the river with this cry:... More

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A U G U S T 2 “For as he thinks in his heart, so is he. ‘Eat and drink!’ he says to you, but his heart is not with you.” — Proverbs 23:7

Change Your Attitude And Change Your World

A student of flying was taking his first solo flight. All went well until he had to land his plane. Suddenly, he heard a voice over the radio saying, “Correct your attitude.” He thought to himself, “My attitude? My attitude is just fine.” Because the student didn’t heed his flight instructor’s warning, he crashed his plane. After the crash, his instructor showed him this definition for... More

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Seeking Success

Humility

Greatness

Drifting

Let Us Remember And Give Thanks

Crucial Choices

Change Your Attitude And Change Your World