work through

Wisdom isn’t about finding a quick answer key to life—like turning to the index, finding your problem, and turning to the right page so it all works out. Wisdom is about learning how to work through the unpredictable, uncontrollable messiness of life so you can figure things out on your own in real time. Both … Read more

Branch out.

In the spiritual life, the opposite of fear is not courage, but trust. Branch out. Not only do our beliefs define us, but so does the community of like-minded people who share those beliefs. Christian traditions, denominations, and congregations provide a group identity. We are social animals, so we should not judge our spiritual groups, … Read more

Answer wisely

“And when Jesus saw that he answered wisely, he said to him, “You are not far from the kingdom of God.” And after that no one dared to ask him any more questions.” ‭‭Mark‬ ‭12:34‬ ‭ESV‬‬ https://www.bible.com/59/mrk.12.34.esv

Choice not chance

Excellence is never an accident. It is always the result of high intention, sincere effort, and intelligent execution; it represents the wise choice of many alternatives – choice, not chance, determines your destiny.Aristotle

Aug 9: Job 17-20; James 4

Job says words of confusion and defense. His friends often sound right but be careful, they don’t have all the answers. My spirit is broken; my days are extinct; the graveyard is ready for me. – Job 17:1 …where then is my hope? Who will see my hope?’ – Job 17:15 Oh that my words … Read more