“I planted the seed and Apollos watered it. But God is the one who made the seed grow”— 1 Corinthians 3:6 (ERV). Reading the directions on the back of the seed packet, I could picture a mass of wildflowers blossoming in a sunny corner of my backyard. The seed mixture includes yarrow, columbine, marigolds, cornflowers, …
“and whatever you do, do it with kindness and love”—1 Corinthians 16:14 (TLB). Tears streamed down my cheeks as I watched a major news program end its broadcast on a positive note. After all the negative news, this major network tries each day to find something uplifting to share with their audience. Acts of kindness …
“Here is a simple rule of thumb for behavior: Ask yourself what you want people to do for you; then grab the initiative and do it for them!”—Luke 6:31 (MSG). If you were to walk through the front door of my house, you’d be able to identify my favorite color. After a brief look …
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest”—Matthew 11:28 (NIV). Rest. For some, it seems impossible. With too many commitments and responsibilities, rest seems like an unachievable goal. Craving rest in a noisy world, some seek to escape. Seeking rest for their weary soul, some look for …
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