Day 13 of Lent: Discipline

Our concept for today hardly ever has a positive notion. If you hear the word discipline you probably think of what your parents had to do to you when you were not behaving or...

Day 12 of Lent: Persistence

Persistence is one of those words or concepts which can be perceived as both good and not so good. If you are persistent in working on something, that is a very wonderful thing.  However,...

Day 11 of Lent: Courage

We have had held before us many examples of people who have displayed courage.  How would you define courage? Is it staring danger in the face and not flinching?  Is it dealing with a...

Day 10 of Lent: Silence

Our verse for today is a perfect follow up to the one from yesterday.  If it is good to listen carefully, sometimes it is even better to be silent and simply reflect on things...

Day 9 of Lent: Listening

Perhaps you have seen the quote which urges you to “Listen to understand, not simply to respond.” In other words – Be present and truly listen to the words they’re saying.  I must admit...

Day 8 of Lent: Patience

Would you describe yourself as a patient person?  Does it depend on the situation or circumstance?