Category Archives: Building character

Hear the Word

Jeremiah 22:29 (NIV) O land, land, land, hear the word of the Lord!

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Living with the Word

God’s Word worked in the early Church. And now, it works in us.       Young Clement (Titus Flavius Clemens) traveled to many nations and learned from many teachers. In Alexandria, he learned from Pantaenus, a Christian. Clement later … Continue reading

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Memorize the Word

Why memorize? The Bible tells us:                           I hope this bit of “verse art” helps you get started.      

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Personal Walls

Bad walls, no. God’s walls, yes. And a few good walls of our own making.   Proverbs 25:28 (NLT) A person without self-control is like a city with broken-down walls.     Self-control – good for us.

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Get Tools

  Where will you find the best tools? Look to the Bible.   Timothy 2:15 (MEV) Study to show yourself approved by God, a workman who need not be ashamed.    

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Carry On

Philippians 1:6 (NIV) He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.   God perseveres on my behalf. I persevere for Him. As You carry on in me, Lord, … Continue reading

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Hang In

  It’s been a tough COVID season. Have you caved in?     Yep–caved into the couch cushions Feelin’ like I’m confined to a cave Barely hanging on Look to the Bible for help. Philippians 4:13 (AMP) I can do … Continue reading

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Make Room

  Need to make room for God? He’s got a plan.     2 Corinthians 10:4-5 (MSG) We use our powerful God-tools for smashing warped philosophies, tearing down barriers erected against the truth of God, fitting every loose thought and … Continue reading

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Hard Times

  Thank God for His good gifts.     James 1:2-4 (MSG) Consider it a sheer gift, friends, when tests and challenges come at you from all sides. You know that under pressure, your faith-life is forced into the open … Continue reading

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Looking Up

  1 Chronicles 16:11 (NIV) Look to the Lord and his strength; seek his face always.   Look to God–for guidance, for answers, for strength. Lord, grant me the wisdom to chose the right words when I speak. Grant me the strength to … Continue reading

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