Optimization refers to choosing the best element from a set of available alternatives. It is a popular internet term related to search engine optimization of websites. The byproduct of such optimization is improved performance. I found myself praying this morning for an optimization of my life.
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What separates an ordinary life from an extraordinary life? One word – extra. The “extra” added to”ordinary” makes something “extra”-ordinary. That is true in anything that we do, on the job, in relationships, and in life. And it is should be especially true in Christianity.
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In reading through the book of Ruth this morning the character of the widow Naomi riveted my attention. What was it about her that caused her daughter-in-law Ruth to love her so? It is a love that is described as “better than that of seven sons.” (Ruth 5:15)
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Have you ever been stumped as to how to pray about a situation? We all have at one time or another. What makes it difficult is that we often do not know what God’s will is and therefore lack confidence in knowing what to ask for. Here are some sure fire prayers to pray in any situation.
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I shared in my last post “Dr. Death or Dr. Hope – it’s a choice!” about how a recent health crisis has given me a fresh perspective on life. The Bible and past experience instruct us that trials such as this are opportunities to learn God’s ways and more perfectly align our wills with His will for our lives. God has certainly used this lump in my neck to do that. In realizing how frail and fleeting life really is, here are some resolutions I have made.
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