Monthly Archives: October 2012
Philippians
Philippians 3:12-21 12 I don’t mean to say that I have already achieved these things or that I have already reached perfection. But I press on to possess that perfection for which Christ Jesus first possessed me. 13 No, dear brothers and sisters, … Continue reading
Philippians
Philippians 3:1-11 3 Whatever happens, my dear brothers and sisters, rejoice in the Lord. I never get tired of telling you these things, and I do it to safeguard your faith. 2 Watch out for those dogs, those people who do evil, those … Continue reading
The Pressure to be Extraverted
Our oldest son is also an introvert. He works in the world of computers, developing products and programs with a team of other engineer types, most of whom are also introverted. You would think they would consider the fact that … Continue reading
Philippians
Philippians 2:19-30 19 If the Lord Jesus is willing, I hope to send Timothy to you soon for a visit. Then he can cheer me up by telling me how you are getting along. 20 I have no one else like Timothy, who … Continue reading
The World of the Extravert
I remember when one of our sons participated in a three-month outreach program in Mexico. The group he was with went on their own bus and camped out along the way until they got to their destination. When they finished … Continue reading
Philippians
Philippians 2:12-18 12 Dear friends, you always followed my instructions when I was with you. And now that I am away, it is even more important. Work hard to show the results of your salvation, obeying God with deep reverence and … Continue reading
Philippians
Phil 2:1-11 2 Is there any encouragement from belonging to Christ? Any comfort from his love? Any fellowship together in the Spirit? Are your hearts tender and compassionate? 2 Then make me truly happy by agreeing wholeheartedly with each other, loving one another, … Continue reading
Introversion and Your Marriage
Remember the old saying, “opposites attract?” The truth is that opposites do attract each other, but not total opposites. Most couples are opposite on some traits, and the same on other traits. But in my marriage, when it comes to … Continue reading
Philippians
Philippians 1:12-24 12 And I want you to know, my dear brothers and sisters, that everything that has happened to me here has helped to spread the Good News. 13 For everyone here, including the whole palace guard, knows that I am in chains because … Continue reading
The “Joys” of Being an Introvert
I am an introvert and I’m happy being that way. I remember times when I wasn’t happy being that way. One often doesn’t feel understood by others. Our culture doesn’t really know what to do with introverts, and often … Continue reading