How do you know when your values have changed? Our values are set—and reset—by our hearts and our minds. Yet, they are not totally undetectable. What you value can be seen in how you operate.
In creation, we hear a familiar refrain. And God saw that it was good. Each part of creation was perfectly designed and implemented.
The jealousy of Jesus’ disciples is exposed. They find a man who is driving out demons in Jesus’ name. The problem is not what he is doing, but who he is—or isn’t.
Selfish ambition and jealousy are from the devil, and as popular today as they were in Jesus’ day. Not only do they add to the suffering of our fellow man, but it also hinders the proclamation of the gospel.
“The struggle is real.” Many people recognize that life in this world is already chock-full of challenges and problems. Each day can be a struggle. Today, God’s Word opens our eyes to a fierce struggle for followers of Jesus.
Have you ever needed help? Sometimes admitting that we need help is more painful than a root canal. And asking someone else for help? Out of the question! Why is that?
When children identify heroes and role models, they quickly begin to pick up on the habits and mannerisms of the people they admire. They show they are followers by imitating the behavior they see and hear.