"to reach a firm decision about "
Daniel resolved in his heart to remain pure - Daniel 1:8. What am I resolved to? And what is the difference between Daniel's resolve and my intention to do something worthwhile? Daniel took action. He didn't just think about what a great idea he had, he asked to eat nothing but veggies and drink water. Seems pretty simple - decide and do.
I think what's missing from my good intentions is sharing those intentions with my family, with a community that will help me plan the work and work the plan.
My friend Ted has some good ideas on a simple plan for living missionally.
Wednesday, February 28, 2007
diggin' in
I need to be understood; whether I'm right or wrong, up or down, I want to be known. A lack of knowing and being known can cause so much pain.
It happened last night: I wanted respect from my son, but there was something going on deep in his heart. It was like throwing a match in a gas can. After an hour or so of trying to express ourselves, we came to a place - not a perfect place - of understanding. There were tears and smiles and hugs, and the sweet sensation of knowing.
It happened last night: I wanted respect from my son, but there was something going on deep in his heart. It was like throwing a match in a gas can. After an hour or so of trying to express ourselves, we came to a place - not a perfect place - of understanding. There were tears and smiles and hugs, and the sweet sensation of knowing.
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