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“Mercy” is when God does not give us what we deserve, eternal punishment. “Grace” is when He gives us, blesses us with what we don’t deserve, salvation, eternal life.

Lists, goals and priorities are important.  As we consider the life of Christ, we see examples of when He followed His “list” and worked toward the goals given Him by His Father.  Lists are not for everyone.  However, reality is that those of us ‘thinker planner’, ‘detail oriented’, goal setters who work from lists, have an effect on many aspects of your lives.

Columbus Day is a holiday in the United States that commemorates the landing of Christopher Columbus. His mission was to chart a western sea route to China, India and the fabled gold and spice islands of Asia. He did not reach what he wanted but on the other hand had discovered a new world. There is an important lesson here.

Early Jewish Christians, referred to themselves as “The Way”.  As I looked up these words in scripture, it is interesting how that it is not only a description or name of a group of New Testament believers but the combination of those two words can also refer to people going a specific direction and/or acting in a specific manner. As we listen to some passages that I’ve collected, there are clear parallels between them.

These concepts go together like white on rice, seasoning: salt & pepper, a breath, to inhale and exhale. And the pages of scripture are filled with examples, descriptions and instructions regarding both Praise to God and Worship of God.

Forgiveness is vital for us to live a healthy Christian life. Failing to forgive someone who has wronged you may very well hurt you more than them.

Friends come in all shapes, sizes and relationship levels. Our LORD Jesus Christ is the absolute, best friend of all.

Labor Day pays tribute to the contributions and achievements of American workers and is traditionally observed on the first Monday in September. There is much in scripture regarding 'work', 'labor' AND 'rest'.

This concept refers to a short period of rest or relief from something difficult or unpleasant or a pause from exertion. To get a better understanding of this practice, God has provided many, many examples in scripture.

Thinking of the concept of our Father's voice brings to mind the RCA famous trademark of the dog peering into the gramophone with the caption “His Master’s Voice”. There is just something about a father’s voice. AND we need to recognize God's voice, his word.