I hear it often, the hardness of people towards God. Just listen to these statements: What weather are they giving us today? Why does God allow this to happen?

During the Great Tribulation when the world is literally falling apart, instead of turning to God, people alive at that time would rather die in their sin.

Revelation 6:16

and said to the mountains and rocks, “Fall on us and hide us from the face of Him who sits on the throne and from the wrath of the Lamb!

They should be calling to the Rock of our Salvation. Sadly, this will not be the case of a hard heart, even then.

Give it some thought while it is called today.

Hebrews 3:15

while it is said: “Today, if you will hear His voice, do not harden your hearts as in the rebellion.”

Gary

Looking at that island that has my last name triggers my imagination. My ancestors came up that river after leaving Canada, but I wonder why they built there.  It was a beautiful spot, but when spring came and the water rose carrying ice along with it, that must have been hair raising. Their bodies lie on the far shore in a cemetery I’ve never laid eyes on. The past is interesting but holds no attraction. My eyes now are towards the future with all its benefits.

John 14:2 

In my Father’s house are many rooms. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you?

Revelation 21:4 

He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore, for the former things have passed away.”

Can’t wait to get home! Give it some thought.

Gary

The English translated the phrase from the New Testament Koine Greek as “blessed be the meek.” Leave it to the French to translate it more accurately, “blessed be the debonair.”  That word means confident, stylish, and charming. I like that. Give it some thought and thank the French for widening our understanding.

Psalm 27:3 

Though an army encamp against me, my heart shall not fear; though war arise against me, yet I will be confident. 

Philippians 1:6 

And I am confident of this, that He who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ.

 Gary

These heavenly beings are all around us, but we don’t look for them. Unlike us, obedience is their constant. They work for and worship God perfectly, which is not our experience. We will never become one, contrary to what some stinkers, I mean thinkers, believe and teach. However, these beings serve us in ways that are mostly unappreciated. 

Hebrews 13:2 

Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for thereby some have entertained angels unawares.

Hebrews 1:14 

Are they not all ministering spirits sent out to serve for the sake of those who are to inherit salvation?

Please don’t call me an angel because it embarrasses me and is certainly an offence to them. Give it some thought.

Gary

I was at Wal-Mart one time and I couldn’t find what I was looking for. I approached an employee who had a shirt on with the words, “Ask me” emblazoned on the back.  However, when I asked her, it was evident that she really didn’t want to be bothered.

I’ve witnessed some professing Christians acting like that. Do you know we are supposed to have an answer for anyone that asks us a question?

I Peter 3:15

But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts, and always be ready to give a defense to everyone who asks you a reason for the hope that is in you, with meekness and fear.

I Timothy 6:18

Let them do good, that they be rich in good works, ready to give, willing to share,

Don’t advertise something you’re not capable of providing. Give it some thought.

Gary

“I’m a great believer in luck, and I find the harder I work, the more I have of it.” —Thomas Jefferson

Tom was right. Work is a tremendous rewarder, provider and safety net. Does the Bible address this fact? Glad you asked. 

Colossians 3:23 

Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men,

Proverbs 16:3 

Commit your work to the Lord, and your plans will be established.

Give it some thought and go to work.

Gary

Dave Thomas, founder of Wendy’s Hamburgers: “I got my MBA long before my GED. I even have a photograph of me in my MBA graduation outfit – a knee-length work apron. I guarantee you that I’m the only founder among America’s big companies whose picture in the corporate annual report shows him wielding a mop and a plastic bucket. That wasn’t a gag; it was a case of leading by example. At Wendy’s, MBA doesn’t mean Master of Business Administration. It means Mop-Bucket Attitude. It’s how we define satisfying the customer through cleanliness, quality food, friendly service, and atmosphere.”

I Timothy, Titus and I Peter all agree with this type of leadership. This attitude should be modeled in every church.

I Peter 5:3

nor as being lords over those entrusted to you, but being examples to the flock;

Roll up your spiritual sleeves and go to work. Give it some thought.

Gary