If I ever wrote a book on preaching, it would contain three words: Preach the Word. Get rid of all the other stuff that gets you sidetracked; preach the Word.

"Do not lean on your own understanding." That means don't bring in the crutches and lean on them, those crutches that you have designed and made to handle such situations. Stay away from them. Don't lean on them; lean on God.

Envy is one of the great enemies of active spirituality. It keeps us from loving our neighbours, from functioning with others in community, and from affirming people's unique worth. It also steals contentment from the heart. Is there anything or anyone you are envious of?

God is a specialist at making something useful and beautiful out of something broken and confused.

Encourage one another. Many times a word of praise or thanks or appreciation or cheer has kept people on their feet.

Take charge of your thoughts!

GRACE: All you can do is take it.