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The Measure of Faithfulness

  “Success is the world’s criterion of merit; fidelity is God’s.” Charles S. Robinson (1829-1899)   Fidelity = faithfulness. Faithfulness is doing things God’s way. Faithfulness (obedience) is God’s measure of merit.   Good morning, Lord. You don’t call us … Continue reading

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Giving Friendship

Have you ever had a friend who always takes and never gives? It wears thin. The same goes for friendship with God. It isn’t just what God gives us (which is always more than we can give back). We owe … Continue reading

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Sign Me Up!

  Lord, I admit it. I need obedience training.     Luke 16:10 (NLT) If you are faithful in little things, you will be faithful in large ones.

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Simple Obedience

Come. Stay. Fetch. The dogs obey their master’s voice.   So why is it so hard for me?

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Humble Success

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The Success of Obedience

  During a particularly difficult part of my life’s journey, I felt very unsuccessful.     I thought this was your will, Lord. Why such a mess? My answer came via a radio sermon. I missed the name of the … Continue reading

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God’s Team (Tuesday)

So we are on God’s team, and everybody’s doing their part. We should be successful, right? Except we weren’t. I whined to God: What are we doing wrong?     God answered me, through a sermon on the radio. I … Continue reading

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