Change. It is scary to some and exciting to others. Many people do not like change. Some thrive with change, and some have learned to live with change. Changes are inevitable--they are expected. Things in life simply do not stay as we may like forever. Changes can be positive and negative. Some changes are planned,… Continue reading A Perspective on Change
Category: Purpose
Extreme Passion
Welcome to Faith Connections Friday! There are many instances in Scripture in which Jesus and other biblical persons demonstrated zeal. They were strongly enthusiastic, fervent, and passionate. Moses zealously interceded for the people after they left Egypt and did not follow God's commands. The prophets exercised passion for the people to follow God's ways.… Continue reading Extreme Passion
Find Your Passion
Sporting events can be quite an experience. Many express passion for their team by their appearance and by their actions. Sounds of cheers or disappointments permeate the stadiums and beyond. The arts can be quite an experience. Many admire a special exhibit or share a musical event. The love of beauty produces delight in the… Continue reading Find Your Passion
Our Longing for the Lord
Welcome back to Faith Connection Friday where we connect our lives to faith! Thank you so much for your encouraging words. Photo: ChurchArtDelay. Desire. Eagerness to receive. Hope. Longing. Patience. Waiting . . . Yearning. Yearning is a deep emotion that is connected to hope. If the Lord wills, a promise or desire will be… Continue reading Our Longing for the Lord
Yearning for the Day
Welcome back to Connections2Excellence where we connect the pursuit of excellence to life!! Thank you so much for joining. Image: ChurchArtDays of celebrations are surrounded by great anticipation. The preparations. The festivities. The gifts. Initially, much anticipation goes into preparing for the event. Time. Chores. Guest lists. Food. Displays. Cooking. Choosing the right gifts. The… Continue reading Yearning for the Day
X Marks the Spot
The letter "x" is full of different meanings. It is quite unique. It represents the Roman numeral for ten, which signifies completeness or perfection. X is an unknown variable in algebraic equations. It can be a mark for someone who cannot write their name. It is the Greek letter, "chi," for Christ. And, of course,… Continue reading X Marks the Spot
An Example of Inspiration
Welcome back to Connections2Excellence where we connect life to a pursuit of excellence! There are many things that may inspire you: books, arts, movies, places, or people. Several may give you encouragement. And some may influence you more than others. What are some of these things for you personally? Why do these things inspire you?… Continue reading An Example of Inspiration
Wonders of God
Welcome to Faith Connection Friday where we connect aspects of our life to faith. One of the attributes describing Jesus is Wonderful (Isaiah 9:6). Have you ever thought what it is about Him that makes Him so full of wonder? What could be considered as wonder-full? Many hymns speak of the wonder of our God.… Continue reading Wonders of God
The Wonderful World of Wonder
I love nature's beauty. Just admiring creation is amazing. The sun, moon, and stars. The changing of each season brings delight with the array of colors and scents. There is presence of awe and inspiration in these wonders. Recently, I was able to behold one of nature's magnificent wonders: Natural Bridge. Nestled in the foothills… Continue reading The Wonderful World of Wonder
Do You See What I See?
Thank you for joining me for Faith Connections Friday where we connect our walk of life to faith. Our new home is in the country. Some mornings we look outside, and there is a fog so thick we can barely see across the way. As we drive a short distance through the fog, the fog… Continue reading Do You See What I See?
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