Christian Life: Devotional Life
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Esau: Instant Gratification
Today, instant gratification is normal. We get what we want when we want it.
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Gracious Messenger of Impossible Love
I’ll never forget 1975. That’s the year Arthur Clark reported to work at our local community college. He introduced himself as “Art,” and warmly smiled before I could respond.
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Hell Week
A few years ago I watched an interesting show about soldiers who wanted to become Navy SEALS. As I watched, I was stunned at the extreme physical testing these recruits went through during the time they referred to as “Hell Week”. They went through food and sleep depravation while enduring grueling physical and mental challenges. Those who couldn’t hack these extreme conditions could quit at any time. All they had to do was ring the camp bell.
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Characteristics of a Godly Man
A godly man is not macho, hard, tough, womanizing or egotistical. Rather, he is a warrior, a mentor, a friend and a priest. His goal is Christlikeness. He is a builder, nurturer, instructor, provider and protector. He is strong yet sensitive and firm yet tender with his children. He is strong yet romantic with his wife. He is teachable and not intimidated by the gifts and strength in others – including those innate strengths of his wife. He is a leader and also able to follow. He leads at home; yet, he may lead or follow on the job or at church. He desires God above all relationships and will not compromise or turn in the face of adversity.