Don’t be a grumbler (2)

‘Do all things without complaining and disputing.’ Philippians 2:14 NKJV Paul writes: ‘Do all things without complaining and disputing, that you may become blameless and harmless, children of God without fault in the midst of a crooked and perverse generation, among...

Don’t be a grumbler (1)

‘Nor grumble, as some of them did, and were killed by the destroyer.’ 1 Corinthians 10:10 NASB If you don’t think God takes grumbling seriously, read this: ‘Nor grumble, as some of them did, and were killed by the destroyer. Now these things happened to them as an...

Stay open and approachable

‘Consider carefully how you listen.’ Luke 8:18 NIV Some people seem to go through life with a ‘closed’ sign on their foreheads. Whether through fearfulness, selfishness, callousness, or busyness, they’re not open to the thoughts of others. And it can cost you dearly....

Help for caregivers

‘When my spirit felt weak within me, You knew my path.’ Psalm 142:3 NASB One day you may end up caring for a sick or ageing loved one. And to take care of them properly, you must learn to take care of yourself. Following her parents’ deaths five weeks apart in a...

Resolve conflict quickly (2)

‘Pursue peace with all people.’ Hebrews 12:14 NKJV In order to resolve conflict, do these: (1) Focus on the person’s behaviour and stay away from remarks about their character. Saying, ‘It was unacceptable for you to open my letter’ is better than ‘I can’t believe you...