The evil of unforgiveness
... higher duties we could have done to help ourselves and others. Harbouring the wrong done by others breaks the heart to pieces, wrecks one’s health. It crushes friendships.
The one who forgives enjoys ...
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Don’t hurt love to hurt yourself
... our lives (Matthew 5:43-48), for God is love (1 John 4:16).
The author and poet Najwa Zebian beautifully captures an aspect of love that reminds us to deal healthily with love, for our (own) good:
“……If ...
Difficulties abound in life, but take heart! (Part 2)
... a matter of hours, he had lost virtually everything he possessed- from wealth to his health, then rejection, slander and the test on his relationships. Unfortunately for him, he had no idea of what was ...
Difficulties abound in life, but take heart! (Part 1)
... Job), has a lot to teach us in our times of difficulties too. A man whose earlier and latter blessings in life had sandwiched such indescribable throes of pain and suffering. Job had lost his health, wealth, ...
More than a mother’s love
... health, a mother, a father, siblings, a spouse, and children. These are a few of the gifts we get without necessarily having a say in. With these gifts, the Lord showers His love towards us. Reflect on ...
Do not worry
... help us to be more responsible. For example, concern about health makes you engage in safe and healthy practices. Concern about old age helps you plan and practice good family life. Concern about your ...
Day of good news
... struggles, some threatening health issues, figuring out the will of God, etc.
In the above “burdens” (and even more), we become good candidates for reaping much glory for our God, as he works beautifully ...
Learning the value of work
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“The best part?” the man asked incredulously.
“The very best part. My friend, there is a Hell. It’s when a man has a family to support, has his health, and is ready to work, and there is no work to ...
Marriage is still God's idea (II
... of any healthy society, marriage is the foundation of the family. Marriage is the fundamental of all institutions that predates all other institutions. Before nations or governments, churches, schools ...
The joy of forgiveness
... health today.
Joseph forgave his brothers and did them good and became their prime minister. David forgave Saul who was trying to kill him and became a great king of Israel. Our Lord and Savior forgave ...