New: good-elderAll contenthive-129948hive-196917krzzanhive-183959steemhive-180932hive-166405photographyhive-185836uncommonlabhive-150122hive-183397hive-144064bitcoinlifehive-188619krsuccesshive-124908hive-139150hive-101145hive-103599hive-184714hive-145157hive-109690TrendingNewHotLikersthe-good-elder (34)in religion • 4 years agoA Willing VesselCopyright ©2020 by The Good Elder. All rights reserved. During a moment of contemplation, I was moved to consider the concept of a name, and particularly, how it can be used to limit or bind.…the-good-elder (34)in religion • 4 years agoThe Spiritual InitiationCopyright ©2020 by The Good Elder. All rights reserved. As the year turned to 2020, it became time for a new annual theme. The theme is drawn from Revelation 22:10-14, especially verse 14.…the-good-elder (34)in religion • 4 years agoRighteousness SavesCopyright ©2020 by The Good Elder. All rights reserved. In the times of today, many people are being challenged to see and acknowledge long overlooked or ignored injustices in society. This is…the-good-elder (34)in religion • 4 years agoAn Humbling Truth or a Comforting LieCopyright ©2020 by The Good Elder. All rights reserved. A little while ago, I had spoken with my wife about the scripture upon which this message is based. Also considering Proverbs 16:4…the-good-elder (34)in religion • 4 years agoBeing Right or Being RighteousCopyright ©2020 by The Good Elder. All rights reserved. I was enjoying a day off on and sought out a Word from the LORD. My mind was taken to the subtle difference between being right versus…the-good-elder (34)in religion • 5 years agoThe Power of PraiseCopyright ©2020 by The Good Elder. All rights reserved. This message contained an answer to a question that I posed to "the universe" many years ago. It is a question that I'm sure many people…the-good-elder (34)in religion • 5 years agoDon't Miss the Main EventCopyright ©2020 by The Good Elder. All rights reserved. A little while ago, I found myself thinking about the problems of distraction, disinterest, and complacency when it comes to the…the-good-elder (34)in religion • 5 years agoHold On! Change Is Coming!Copyright ©2020 by The Good Elder. All rights reserved. In recent months, I have contemplated the benefits and merits of holding onto righteousness, even as the world seems to be unraveling…the-good-elder (34)in religion • 5 years agoPurpose in the chaosCopyright ©2020 by The Good Elder. All rights reserved. As I was engaged in a recent contemplation, I took notice that when someone feels jealous of another's life, possessions, or status, they…the-good-elder (34)in religion • 5 years agoBreak the Unconscious CyclesCopyright ©2020 by The Good Elder. All rights reserved. A few months ago, I was dismayed by the criticism that some received for their first steps toward attempts to change. The criticizers…the-good-elder (34)in religion • 5 years agoYou Can Make a DifferenceCopyright ©2020 by The Good Elder. All rights reserved. Recently, I found myself in a low place emotionally. I reflected upon that scripture found in 1st Samuel 30:6. It is much easier said…the-good-elder (34)in religion • 5 years agoRepentance Is a Consequence of ChangeCopyright ©2020 by The Good Elder. All rights reserved. In religious teachings and discussions, repentance is merely a theological concept for many. It is woefully misunderstood and…the-good-elder (34)in religion • 5 years agoWhen Hope Seems LostCopyright ©2019 by The Good Elder. All rights reserved. While enduring some unpleasant challenges recently, I found myself reflecting on a statement that I've offered a few times in exhortation:…the-good-elder (34)in religion • 5 years agoThankful for God's BlessingsCopyright ©2019 by The Good Elder. All rights reserved. A few months ago, I was reflecting upon the events during our trip to drop off my daughter to college. I recall her talent, the talent of…the-good-elder (34)in religion • 5 years agoUsing God in VainCopyright ©2019 by The Good Elder. All rights reserved. In recent moments of contemplation, I found myself becoming upset and exasperated because people, by willful ignorance or apathetic…the-good-elder (34)in religion • 5 years agoWhat Is Your Story?Copyright ©2019 by The Good Elder. All rights reserved. In a moment of contemplation, I became aware of the tendency that we all have to create or live by stories that we tell ourselves (or that…the-good-elder (34)in religion • 5 years agoDoing It God's WayCopyright ©2019 by The Good Elder. All rights reserved. One of the common criticisms about religion is that it's too strict, that it's out of touch with how the modern world works, and that, in…the-good-elder (34)in religion • 5 years agoMissing OpportunitiesCopyright ©2019 by The Good Elder. All rights reserved. One of the hallmarks of today's society is constant (and sometimes ruthless) competition and unconscious judgment. Most people, due to…the-good-elder (34)in religion • 5 years agoKnow Him for YourselfCopyright ©2019 by The Good Elder. All rights reserved. In recent months and years, one of the things that has troubled me most as a minister is seeing how accustomed people are to, and how…the-good-elder (34)in religion • 5 years agoThe Process of BecomingCopyright ©2019 by The Good Elder. All rights reserved. In recent months, I've found myself being drawn to include within my messages the reality that God is not going to do everything for you…