So teach us to number our days so that we can present to Thee a heart of wisdom. Psalms 90:12
Matthew 5:6 “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied.” Satisfaction is fleeting. Our desires are ever expanding, and contentment is brief when we are busy making a living and not making a life. Happiness and blessings seem to be interconnected. It is easy to be happy when we … Continue reading I can’t get no satisfaction….
“Thou has given her ‘her’ heart’s desire and Thou has not withheld the request of ‘her’ lips.” Paraphrase Psalm 21:2 “And He will give you the desires of your heart.” Psalms 37:4 What does it mean to have desire? Appetite, wants, wishes, cravings? A deep longing that is placed in your heart? Wishes for … Continue reading Heart’s Desire
“My mouth shall speak wisdom; And the meditation of my heart shall be of understanding.” Psalm 49:3 NAS A trip to Houston is a trip to my past. I started my adult life in Southeast Texas three decades ago when I left the Midwest for the glories of the ocean and a new culture. The … Continue reading Hiking Houston Style
What is the one thing you want more than anything when you are unemployed? A job. More than God, more than the Lord, you want a job. You want security. You want to be wanted and needed. You want to not worry about paying your bills. And yet David said to God, “One thing I … Continue reading The One Thing…
Psalms 26:2-3 “Examine me, O Lord and try me, Test my mind and my heart. For Thy lovingkindness is before my eyes, and I have walked in Thy truth.” Desperate. When you are working your time is spent on work thoughts for 8-12 hours per day. When you are unemployed your time is spent on … Continue reading Desperate for what…
Six days or six months or six years. Being underemployed or unemployed drains our soul. We are created to be “his workmanship.” To do work that is meaningful and brings you not only financial rewards but uses your skills is a thing of delight. Many people never experience the joy of fitting their goals and … Continue reading What doyou need?
Isaiah 51:3 “Indeed, the Lord will comfort Zion (put in your name): He will comfort all her waste places and her wilderness He will make like Eden, and her desert like the garden of the Lord . Joy and gladness will be found in her, thanksgiving and sound of a melody.” NAS Waste versus productivity. … Continue reading For those who are unemployed…
I will do what I say or promise. It is that simple. It leads to success both professionally and personally. It always amazes me how many times someone has promised to do something for me and they never do it. Everyone is busy, but if you promise you will do something, then it is important … Continue reading Do what you say you will do…