JOHN SHIRK – Diligence can be defined as a persevering, painstaking effort. There is a high degree of persistence in what we are doing. With a diligent spirit, we are […]
JOHN SHIRK – People who play tennis think of love as a score of zero or nothing. But in the Biblical view of love, we see that all our efforts […]
JOHN SHIRK – Consideration can be defined by thoughtful concern for others. It can also be described as a sympathetic regard for others. So, with consideration for others, if we […]
JOHN SHIRK – To be teachable is to be willing to learn. With a teachable spirit, we recognize that we have room for growth and to become more fully mature. […]
JOHN SHIRK – Fortitude can be defined by having a strength of mind that enables a person to encounter danger or bear pain or adversity with courage. There is a […]
JOHN SHIRK – Contentment can be described as being in a place of satisfaction. Some kinds of contentment are harmful, such as being content in a comfort zone that refuses […]
JOHN SHIRK – Hospitality can be defined by a generous or cordial reception of guests. Another way of looking at the heart of hospitality is “love of strangers.” First Peter […]
JOHN SHIRK – Commitment can be defined by a pledge or promise to do something. God’s love is what motivates Christian commitment. Without His love in the equation, commitments would […]
JOHN SHIRK – Meditation can be defined as focusing one’s thoughts on; to reflect or ponder over. Biblically, it means taking a passage of Scripture and chewing it over for […]
JOHN SHIRK – Today is an opportunity to grow toward Christ by being clothed with reflection. One definition of “reflection” is something like a light or image that is reflected. […]
JOHN SHIRK – Today is an opportunity to grow toward Christ by being clothed with loyalty. Loyalty is characterized by faithfulness to commitments, vows, and allegiance. Dogs are known for […]
