How one action-packed chapter leads me to reflect on today
I suspect many could confess that we often make the same mistakes we read about the disciples making. I see those mistakes all around me as I read Mark 9.
When the job was taken from me, I discovered unforeseen opportunity
In moments like this, it is easy to turn to our friends or family and get their agreement about how we have been wronged. It is wonderful to have that kind of support. But they may sympathize with us and simultaneously allow our pride to grow. And once established, pride and envy can change behavior.
The overlooked qualities that open—or shut—the door to another’s faith
‘The greatest among you shall be your servant. Whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and whoever humbles himself will be exalted.’