Its not every day you get a chance to start a new decade. Three verses in Ephesians invoke three essential questions for the decade ahead. (1) Do I waste my time? âSo be careful how you live. Donât live like fools, but like those who are wiseâ (Eph. 5:15, NLT). Years ago, a wise counselor encouraged me to keep a … Read More
Procrastination is a man-made defense in response to fear. Perhaps you havenât stated it that boldly yet, but whether youâre putting off a difficult project or a potential confrontation, thereâs a good chance youâre afraid. Jesus reveals this truth when he tells the story of the three stewards. A steward is one who is given charge over certain assets by his master. … Read More
On the night before Jesus died, he informed his disciples that he would shortly be leaving. He said, In my Fatherâs house are many rooms. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and will … Read More
My dentist warned me, but I didnât listen. âA temporary crown,â he said, âis only temporary. Make an appointment to see me in about 30 days; by that time your permanent crown will be ready and weâll make sure we protect that root canal.â I scheduled my next visit, but a severe storm closed the office the day of the … Read More
Procrastination. At five syllables even the word takes a long time to say. Say it slowly and you’re liable to evoke images of unbalanced checkbooks, people you meant to call back, and honey-do lists that have no end in sight. Each of us has a propensity to put off certain tasks. Perhaps you’re among those who thought that procrastination was … Read More
