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I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances (Philippians 4:11). The word I hold on to here is learned. Learned gives me hope. It tells me that Paul … Continue reading
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I rejoiced greatly in the Lord that at last you renewed your concern for me. Indeed, you were concerned, but you had no opportunity to show it. (Philippians 4:10). I’m a schoolteacher. Because of our schedule, there is one month … Continue reading
And the God of peace will be with you (Philippians 4:8). The struggle is real. And…you’re not alone. I am so thankful for this verse. When I read about all I’m supposed to do and be, and realize how inadequate … Continue reading
Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me–put it into practice (Philippians 4:8). I want this. I want to be able to say to others, “Just follow my advice and my example, and you’ll … Continue reading
Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable–if anything is excellent or praiseworthy–think about such things (Philippians 4:8). You have the power of mind control. Well, maybe not … Continue reading
Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable–if anything is excellent or praiseworthy… (Philippians 4:8) So here’s the question. That thought you’re having, that movie currently running in … Continue reading
Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable–if anything is excellent… (Philippians 4:8) Excellent The word conjures up two images for me. First, I think of my elementary … Continue reading
Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable…(Philippians 4:8) I like a lot of people. I love some. I respect a few. Admire? Well, now you’re down into … Continue reading
Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely…(Philippians 4:8) My wife is lovely. My daughter is lovely. I get to think of them all day? Cool beans The word “Lovely” means … Continue reading
Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure…(Philippians 4:8). Ivory soap bugs me. Oh, the soap itself is fine–smells nice and lathers well. It’s the advertising. They say that the stuff is 99.44 percent … Continue reading