Hebrews 6:18 says: “it is impossible for God to lie…” We sometimes say that “all things are possible with God.” As we should. After all, Jesus said it in Matthew 19:26! When we say that we need to remember the kinds of things we’re talking about: good things which are consistent with his character. They … Continue reading Un-broken promises
keeping your word
Keeping confidences and lifebuoys
William White tells a story about two men who went from house to house seeking funds to help with someone who was sick. They went to the house of a rich man hoping he could help. The rich man wanted to know who the sick man was. He was willing to give a financial donation. … Continue reading Keeping confidences and lifebuoys
Want to be steady for someone? Don’t be zig-zaggy
For the better part of a week I’ve been touching on the idea of being a person of your word. I’ve talked about keeping track of your promises, keeping your promises, what to do when you haven’t kept your word, and how your reliability can be someone else’s stability. Let me share another idea that … Continue reading Want to be steady for someone? Don’t be zig-zaggy