There is no attribute of a society so universally desired as Justice. It is the foundation of any peaceful community. And there is no virtue as praised as Mercy. But if everyone wants them, why are they so hard to find?
Everyone faces trials…and this is a good thing. Like rain upon the land, hard times nourish the soul and strengthen our character. It might ruin our plans for the day, but in the long run it is a blessing from God.
When we do wrong, some people are genuinely sorry for what they have done, while others are just sorry they got caught. The story of Zacchaeus reminds us that the gospel message is one of hope and opportunity.
Teamwork brings success. When individuals put team goals first, the group will flourish. Knowing what our role is and doing it well is the best way to serve our church.
There are people that we admire and people that we envy. Which people do we emulate? What kind of life are we building - a life to please others…or ourselves?
Just how do we determine the identity of a person? What criteria do we use - accomplishments…values…social group or status? Most of us evaluate others based on the standard we use for ourselves, but the shape of a person’s identity may take a lifetime to reveal.
At the foundation of the Christian faith is the belief in the life and divinity of Jesus Christ. From its inception, the church has been challenged by skeptics who question the accuracy of the biblical account. But more and more, these challenges are coming from those who profess to believe.
Through prayer, God makes Himself available to every person who calls upon His name. Do we fully realize or utilize the potential of this powerful gift?
At first glance, the rich and powerful seem to have the greatest influence on our society. But a closer investigation may reveal that it is a different kind of person that truly shapes who we are as a people.
It seems the Spirit of this Age is in flux. The morals and values of our modern culture are changing rapidly. It’s getting difficult to make any sense out of what’s going on in the world. How can we maintain our sanity in a world that is losing its mind?
