A filter separates what you want to discard and what you want to use. Think water and coffee grounds. A water filter removes impurities to cleanse water for drinking, irrigation, swimming, bathing, or cooking. An oil filter removes contaminants that may affect an engine or machinery. A software filter screens incoming data to protect your…
In scripture, a “zeal for God” is described as a boiling cauldron or red-hot steel. Yet the opposite of that zealous passion is not hard, cold heartlessness (contrary to accepted belief). Rather, it is lukewarm, half-hearted complacency. That indifference angers God. “Because you are lukewarm – neither hot nor cold – I am about to…
First in a two-part series about choosing an attitude of gratitude. It is no secret: gratitude doesn’t come naturally to humans. Giving thanks is learned. It is a habit others teach us or we choose to acquire with study and practice. If you doubt it, then think back to the times your mother whispered in…