Blog by Bob Bevan
…to know and proclaim the mystery and riches, namely Christ. Col. 2:2
Everyday living from His eternal supply.
‘Be’ Before ‘Feel’ Strong
God never commanded us to feel strong, He instructed us to be strong. We want the security of "feeling" before moving but if we will act and step into His strength our feelings will eventually catch up.
Why Great Questions? Connect, Learn, Teach
"Why great questions? Great questions communicate value and honor in our relationships, but they also lead us to places of discovery, ownership and responsibility...."
Your Choice: Connection or Control?
Fear leads us to try and control for self protection or connection but real love only exists when there is real freedom. We can have connection or control but we can’t have both.
“Why, God?”
Sometimes I ask, “why, God?” I don’t know if He has ever answered that prayer. Here’s a couple things to do and a better prayer to pray when asking, “why, God?”
Circle of Fire
A man took three years to build a circle of twelve stones that he set on fire and it changed the world.
Called Out and Covered
God called out, “Adam, where are you?” When we hide, we make fear the ruler in that area of our life by believing the lie we are safer in darkness than in the light. Hidden struggles are lasting struggles. Father is calling us out where covering and freedom wait in the light!
What Are You Fighting FOR?
What are you fighting FOR? Anger and guilt trips from what we are against might temporarily motivate people, but only pursuing a worthwhile prize has the power to motivate long-term.
Overcoming Regret pt. 2: Celebrate What "Is" Instead of "What's Not"
Overcoming Regret Pt. 2: We are all celebrating, making much of, something today? When I made much of what was missing, I couldn't see all the goodness around me. To overcome regret and disappointment we will need to learn to celebrate what "is" instead of "what's not".
"I hope he burns in hell..."
After what I saw, I whispered to myself, "I hope he burns in hell." Is it possible to hate injustice and still love people?
Overcoming Regret pt. 1: Good Grief
Where do we begin the process of overcoming regret? Good grief. Healthy grief allows us to clarify our values, hold on to what is good and move toward what is best.
Woulda, Coulda, Shoulda: A Thief Named "Regret"
Have regrets? Regret is a thief that paralyzes us in the moment and robs the very thing we hope for today. How should we deal with regret?
Process: Tough-Guy Detox
We like things done fast. Life is usually about processes of growth and change. These are a couple of my milestones of transformative moments.