We all must deal with death at some point. At times, while sad, it is beautiful. Consider the elderly saint who lived a long and simple life, quietly passing during the night while sleeping. Nothing overly special about this person, but a well-lived life. Then there is devastating death: a young person killed in a… Continue reading Death Beyond Death
Last week we discussed 10 tests to ensure you are receiving godly wisdom. Not only does James 3:13-18 provide those, but he gives us seven tests of the types of wisdom or character of people to avoid when seeking godly wisdom. Bitter people give ungodly wisdom (14). Bitter people are sharp, they are harsh inter… Continue reading Seven Tests for Avoiding Ungodly Wisdom
Is it possible to know if we are getting godly wisdom? How do we know that we aren’t just listening to our conscience, or someone that agrees with us? James 3:13-18 offers 16 tests for God’s wisdom, although it doesn’t say test, it is “lists.” When we are searching for wisdom, this passage is a… Continue reading Ten Tests to Ensure Godly Wisdom
When we talk to people, depending on who we are talking to, is it fine to talk different ways to different people? Are there different situations that we can say different things in front of different people? I think it depends. WHEN WE CAN SAY DIFFERENT THINGS When can we say different things depending on… Continue reading Guys, You Can’t Talk Differently at Work and Home
