Setting Ourselves Free, As We Improve The Attitude Of Our Heart Part 29
It’s not about what we have or don’t have. Or what we do, and don’t do. That’s a legalistic view of life.
Look At The Life Of Paul, A Man Who Appeared To Have It All Together, But Needed God’s Grace Part 27
No matter how hard we try, how perfect our life seems to appear, we all fall short of the mark.
An Important Discussion About The Difficulties Of Serving Two Masters Part 24
There are only so many hours in a day. And when we have multiple things vying for our attention, it’s not always easy to say yes to one, and let the others go by.
Bringing The Tenth Commandment, “you Shall Not Covet,” Right Into Our Homes Part 22
Take a look in your garage, wade through the stuff in your closets, what are you holding on to that could serve its purpose elsewhere? Perhaps it’s time for a little spring cleaning at your house!
What Happens When We Focus On Things We Don’t Have, And Don’t Need? Part 21
There’s something in our human nature that says if my neighbor has it, I want it! Why does the grass always appear greener in someone else’s yard? Do you find that you're deeply dissatisfied?
Discover God’s Will For Your Bank Account Part 17
The Bible has a lot to say about wealth and possessions. What’s important isn’t just how we use the money we have, it’s our attitude about accumulating riches.
Discover What It Means To Be Content With What We Have Part 14
Contentment is often an elusive quality. Here one minute and gone the next. What does it mean to be content with what we have, in a world offering more of what we don’t need?
The Tentative Relationship Between Happiness And Possessions Part 8
Most of us know what it’s like to chase after something we’d love to own, only to discover that owning it doesn’t make us happy at all! It’s part of the study on the tenth commandment, “you shall not covet.”
Taming The Green-eyed Monster That Lurks In Each Of Our Hearts Part 7
When envy strikes, it lays hold of our contentment and brings us no peace. Perhaps someone else received the promotion you wanted. Or a friend is successfully using her talents while you’re struggling to figure out if you have any talents at all.
The Warning Signs Of A Covetous Spirit, And How To Step Back And Avoid Getting In Too Deep Part 6
How far is too far in chasing your desires? At what point does coveting come in and take control?
A Fresh Perspective On Enjoying What God Has Given You, Without Going Overboard Part 5
Throughout history godly men and women have looked for ways to avoid letting their desires take priority in their life. It’s not easy! Let's unravel the tenth commandment, which says, “You shall not covet.”
Discover How Covetousness Is At The Heart Of Materialism Part 4
Each of us has an innate desire to acquire more and more stuff, to satisfy a longing in our hearts. And if we’re not careful, we can take those desires too far.
The Realities Of Keeping Our Motives Pure Part 10
If we’re honest with ourselves, and take a good look at our motives, our actions aren’t always as pure as we’d like to think. Doing the right things for the wrong reason can put a real damper on serving others.
