Us and We, Not I and Me
Since none of us is a whole, independent, self-sufficient, super capable, all-powerful hotshot, let's quit acting like we are. Life's lonely enough without our playing that silly role.
Written by Chuck Swindoll, these encouraging devotional thoughts are published seven days per week.
Since none of us is a whole, independent, self-sufficient, super capable, all-powerful hotshot, let's quit acting like we are. Life's lonely enough without our playing that silly role.
What would happen if we approached church responsibilities with the same enthusiasm we give to our hobbies, sports, and other extracurricular activities?
So, let me firmly establish this fact: I am deeply indebted to several teachers. If you teach, be encouraged! You probably have no idea how great a contribution you are making.
Think about those who taught you. Thank God for them and the lifelong value of their investment in you.
Leaders must go beyond analysis to action. One cannot lead without energy, motion, risk. Leaders are pathfinders, road makers, action takers.
You may or may not be a leader. But chances are good that you are influencing others in some measure. Don't just watch things happen. Get in there with both feet. Risk, for a change. Make some waves.
If something is humanly impossible, then what in the world are we doing trying to pull it off?
Deep within many a forgotten life is a scrap of hope, a lonely melody trying hard to return.
Sometimes say out loud to yourself: "This is for my good and for God's glory, even though I cannot begin to explain it."
Only the Great Physician can turn our ugly wound into a scar of beauty.