Become a nurturer

‘When He saw the multitudes, He was moved with compassion.’ Matthew 9:36 NKJV Jesus was a good leader. He loved people, but He never exploited them or used them for His own ends. He was busy, but never too busy to stop and help them. In relating the parable of the...

Ask and listen

‘The accuser of our brothers and sisters, who accuses them before our God day and night, has been hurled down.’ Revelation 12:10 NIV Have you ever been guilty of accusing someone before you knew all the facts? If so, be aware that you’re tugging on the same end of the...

Be tenacious

‘Stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourself fully to the work of the Lord.’ 1 Corinthians 15:58 NIV One of the most common themes in the Bible is perseverance. The apostle Paul writes: ‘Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stand firm. Let nothing move...

Bring out the best in others

‘I thank my God every time I remember you.’ Philippians 1:3 NIV The ability to bring out the best in others is important for two reasons. First, we usually see in people what we expect to see. Second, they generally rise to our level of expectation. Dr John Maxwell...

Are you worried? Pray about it!

‘Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything.’ Philippians 4:6 TLB If after praying, your emotions are still in turmoil—pray more. By cultivating the discipline of frequent prayer, you’ll discover the ability to remain calm and quiet. As you wait before...