The pure in heart have their senses tuned to goodness.

It blesses me to be in the presence of people who have an eye for goodness, even in an evil world. They hold in check criticism, and trust that the Judge of all the earth will do what is right. Such people are not foolishly naive, just purposefully positive, and overcome evil with the purity of goodness.

“To the pure all things are pure.” Titus 1“ “Conversations Within” ts 12/2/25

“The mirror will never smile before you do.” Aphorism

Each of us must assume responsibility for our own happiness. No one can choose happiness for you. I believe we need grace to make such foundational choices. God offers it, but even God will not force us to accept the happiness He offers. Do you feel the tug in your heart? That is His grace energizing you. Decide.

“Work out your own salvation with fear and trembling, for it is God working in you to will and do His good pleasure.” Phil.2 “Conversations Within” ts 11/29/25

Deist or Daddy

There are some who believe in a god, and see him as impersonal and distant, one who rarely if ever involves himself in the affairs of men. They believe in a god, but not the God, or at least not the God of Jesus. The God who has revealed Himself in Jesus is anything but impersonal. Jesus encouraged us to call Him “Father” and even went so far as to use the very personal word “Abba,” or “Daddy.”

“Our Father in Heaven, hallowed be your name.” Jesus “Conversations Within” ts 11/28/25

"Don't say 'infinitely' when you mean 'very'; otherwise you'll have no word left when you want to talk about something really infinite" C.S. Lewis

 Jesus used hyperbole on a few occasions to make a point. But using it without discretion can send a mixed, even watered down message. A wise person knows to use exaggeration sparingly. Wisdom also recognizes when it is best to balance the exaggerations of others. “Say what you mean. Mean what you say”

“Saul and Jonathan…They were swifter than eagles, they were stronger than lions.” 2Sam.1.23 “Conversations Within” ts 11/27/25

“You gotta look for the good in the bad, the happy in the sad, the gain in your pain, and what makes you grateful not hateful.” Meme

 I got out of bed today after a long night of painful discomfort. Still, I got out of bed, and I am so grateful not just for another day, I am equally grateful that life’s pains deepen my faith in Father's wisdom. Even I, with my limited understanding, can see how He has used pain time and again to work amazing goodness in people’s lives.

“In everything give thanks for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” 1Thess.5.18 “Conversations Within” ts 11/26/25