Tag Archives: self-centered

Being refreshed (Proverbs 11)

Posted on May 17, 2021 by BK

…whoever refreshes others will be refreshed. (25) It’s very easy in these difficult times to become self-centered because of our own problems. We say, “I’m the one that needs to be refreshed.” But often times that refreshment comes when we … Continue reading →

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Acts 8:1-8 — Spreading the joy

Posted on December 1, 2014 by BK

Well, Christmas season is upon us.  It is officially December 1st here in Japan, and my 5 year old daughter and I put up our Christmas tree and all the Christmas decorations yesterday.  I’ve probably mentioned this before, but this … Continue reading →

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Jeremiah 15:18-21 — The trap of self-pity

Posted on December 22, 2012 by BK

Sometimes when following God gets hard, it becomes easy to complain.  “Why is this happening to me?  I don’t understand.  I thought that if I followed you, all would go well.  Why are you allowing this to happen?” And that’s … Continue reading →

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