So then, as it is written, Let him who boasts and proudly rejoices and glories, boast and proudly rejoice and glory in the Lord. 1 Corinthians 1:31, AMPC Like it or not, you and I are living in a combat zone. And, like it or not, we don’t come out on top by being passive, […]
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Sowing into Open Doors
Going through crisis has a way of bringing out the worst in you, doesn’t it? I’ve noticed that my family and I have exhibited less-than-stellar attitudes towards each other as a result of the added pressure due to the change-up caused by this virus situation. Our schedules are messed up. Our son is home and […]
Perfect Peace in Any Situation
You will keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on You, because he trusts in You. Isaiah 26:3, NKJV A few years ago, during a mission trip to Kenya, I encountered a situation that shook me and tested me to the core. My ministry team and I found ourselves in what I would […]
God Has Carefully Marked Your Course!
Therefore then, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses [who have borne testimony to the Truth], let us strip off and throw aside every encumbrance (unnecessary weight) and that sin which so readily (deftly and cleverly) clings to and entangles us, and let us run with patient endurance and steady and […]
Which Lane is My Lane?
Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy […]
Primary Ways God Leads Us
“Be not like the horse or the mule, which lack understanding, which must have their mouths held firm with bit and bridle, or else they will not come with you.” Psalm 32:9 AMPC Although I have never officially competed in a marathon race, I have fully trained for one, and I am currently training again. […]
Positioning Yourself to be Led by God
“I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will guide you with My eye. Do not be like the horse or like the mule, which have no understanding, which must be harnessed with bit and bridle, else they will not come near you.” Psalm 32:8-9 NKJV You Can Position […]
Run Your Race, Not Someone Else’s
I love the physical, mental, and emotional challenge of long-distance running. When I’m running, I can feel stress build-ups dripping out of my pores while fresh energy rises up from the inside. After the first few miles I hit my stride– my breathing and legs are in sync; I’ve found my rhythm. I look down at my watch and take note of my pace.
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What’s new in 2020: Part I: Welcome to JustinSelf.org! I am glad you are here! I’ve been writing a blog (off and on) since 2013, but in 2020 we are starting something new and exciting. Welcome to the new home base! I am looking forward to putting more of my time and energy into producing ultra high quality content for you that will encourage, equip, and empower you to learn and grow in every area of your life.