If anyone thinks they are something when they are not, they deceive themselves. Each one should test their own actions. Then they can take pride in themselves alone, without comparing themselves to someone else, for each one should carry their own load.—Galatians 6:3-5 (NIV)
Rick reminds us that Jesus told us we were the light of the world, and during the Christmas season, small gestures allow us to be just that.
This Guideposts story from December 1958 profiles decathlete Rafer Johnson, who went on to become an Olympic champion, social activist and civil rights icon.
Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice!—PHILIPPIANS 4:4 NASB
The cycle of the year is something to marvel at. So what are we really saying when holidays “sneak up” on us?
Isolation has been tough. God made us social creatures, dogs and people alike.
The only thing that counts is faith expressing itself through love.—GALATIANS 5:6 NIV
[Jesus] died for us, a death that triggered life. Whether we’re awake with the living or asleep with the dead, we’re alive with him! So speak encouraging words to one another. Build up hope so you’ll all be together in this, no one left out, no one left behind. I know you’re already doing this; just keep on doing it.—1 THESSALONIANS 5:10–11 MSG
But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.—Matthew 5:44 (NIV)
This simple recipe from the acclaimed New York Times food editor makes the perfect side dish for holiday meals.
