Examining God’s Word "But this I say, He which soweth sparinglyshall reap also sparingly;and he which soweth bountifullyshall reap also bountifully.2 Corinthians 9:6 Evaluating Our Garden Bountiful lives are beautiful. They are fun and fulfilling. They bring joy and contentment. The provide security, self-confidence, and satisfaction. Most of us would choose to live bountifully over ...
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Examining God’s Word "Use hospitality one to another without grudging."1 Peter 4:9 Evaluating Our Garden Let’s face it. We aren’t always in the mood to be hospitable. While we may put on a happy face to attend an event, or go all out on details to prepare for our guests and try to make them feel welcome, we can still do it grudgingly. When relationships are conflicted and contentious, we ...
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Examining God’s Word "Who can find a virtuous woman?for her price is far above rubies.She looketh well to the ways of her household,and eateth not the bread of idleness."Proverb 31:10&27 Evaluating Our Garden Cleaning takes time and is never done. I’m sure you don’t need me to tell you that. If you’re blessed to have a residence with a roof over your head, a floor beneath your feet, a ...
Continue ReadingSpending Time Praying Without Ceasing
Examining God’s Word “Pray without ceasing.”1 Thessalonians 5:17 Evaluating Our Garden Prayer can be a difficult habit to establish. Due to our chaotic calendars, praying can get postponed, only to be called on for emergencies. We often wait to pray until we’re already facing a major health issue, financial crisis, a lost job, appliances that all quit at one time, we’re succumbing to ...
Continue ReadingSpending Time Spreading the Light
Examining God’s Word “Then spake Jesus again unto them, saying,I am the light of the world:he that followeth me shall not walk in darkness,but shall have the light of life.”John 8:12 Evaluating Our Garden Light spreads. It can’t help itself. It moves in and takes over dark spaces and chases shadows from a room. Even when the light is weak, or only a flicker, it brings a brightness ...
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