We live in a society of little or no restraints. Its philosophy is, “If it feels good, do it.” In diametric opposition, temperance is self-control. It is an outward sign of a disciplined life which reveals the motive of the soul. We can plan our actions, but […]
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27
Jul
2022
Temperance is the Self-Control of Life
22
Sep
2021
Temperance is the Self-Control of Life
We live in a society of little or no restraints. Its philosophy is, “If it feels good, do it.” In diametric opposition, temperance is self-control. It is an outward sign of a disciplined life which reveals the motive of the soul. We can plan our actions, but […]
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21
Jun
2018
Discipline is the Correction of Life
Perhaps you have heard about the child whose punishment for misbehavior was to sit in a corner. He muttered under his breath, “I may be sitting down on the outside, but I’m still standing up on the inside.” That little child may have been one of us […]
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20
Sep
2017
Budgeting is the Stewardship of Life
Budgeting your finances is the process of realistically balancing your lifestyle and cost of living with your actual income. Escalating interest rates due to excessive use of credit inevitably creates financial stress and disaster. Someone said, “If my income keeps exceeding my out-go, my up-keep is going […]
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19
Jul
2017
Balance is the Equilibrium of Life
Have you ever known people who live life on the edge? They just can’t seem to maintain their equilibrium. Balanced living and stability go hand in hand. Balance is having the same amount of weight on each end of the scale or teeter-totter to prevent it from […]
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21
Dec
2016
Budgeting is the Stewardship of Life
Budgeting your finances is the process of realistically balancing your lifestyle and cost of living with your actual income. Escalating interest rates due to excessive use of credit inevitably creates financial stress and disaster. Someone said, “If my income keeps exceeding my out-go, my up-keep is going […]
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14
Dec
2016
Organization is the System of Life
Many people accomplish very little in life because their lack of organizational skills keep them going in circles. Some never reach the finish line because they never get past the starting point. Others never even get on the track. If you are disorganized, don’t sink into despair. […]
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09
Apr
2016
Promotion is the Achievement of Life
In the corporate world promotion is all about your performance. In the kingdom of God, performance is important, but character is paramount. The sky is the limit in terms of achievement, when you have both. You can serve your way to the top by making yourself indispensable. […]
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18
Jun
2015
Instruction is the Platform of Life
Instruction is a command or order with directions. Have you ever known people who cannot take instruction? Some people have to attend the “school of hard knocks.” It seems that they always have to learn the hard way. Proverbs 13:13 explains, “He who scorns instruction will pay […]
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18
Dec
2013
Exercise is the Expansion of Life
Exercise is vital to your physical health and well-being. Without physical exercise your muscles will atrophy and become inoperative. Someone said, “If you don’t use it, you’ll lose it.” When you exercise your mind through education and higher learning, you broaden your mental capacity. When you exercise […]
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