1,2,3, Lord Help Me"Set a guard over my mouth, LORD; keep watch over the door of my lips. Do not let my heart be drawn to what is evil so that I take part in wicked deeds along with those who are evildoers; do not let me eat their delicacies." (Psalms 141:2,3)Beautifully human: complex and volatile, and susceptible to the energies of this world. Woefully human: consuming and vicious, and tainted by an inner conflict of love and evil. Guard and guide us dear Lord is my prayer. JRT
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Rich & Hopeful"Command those who are rich in this present world not to be arrogant nor to put their hope in wealth, which is so uncertain, but to put their hope in God, who richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment." (1 Timothy 6:17)Every human is unique; none completely the same, many similar, all talented. Those who invest their talents well reap rich rewards, and trust some are very good at investing, and others reaping. Every single one has this in common, they are blessed by their hope. Hope is the positive energy that powers every moment, and banishes every worrying matter. Fill your life with hope's gladness. JRT
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Who Are You Impressing?'Be careful not to do your "acts of righteousness" before men, to be seen by them. If you do, you will have no reward from your Father in heaven.' (Matthew 6:1)The wise glorify their source, and the humble never admit it. Their approach must seem strange in a world chasing instant gratification. There are some who are strange on purpose, parading for attention. There is obvious value in networking and influencing; the question is: to what end?Are you selling candles or moon-lighting for profit?JRT
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More More More"For life is more than food, and the body more than clothes." (Luke 12:23)Disappointment, dislikes, distrust; a list of lives ills seem to be simply dis-ed good. True too are the many ailments of the body: health and wellness disturbed. But there's more to it. Stress, work, joy, play, adventure, fear, and the list goes on. There's always something more, where there are downs there are ups. Live more...JRT
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