The worst lead to have in football is to be two goals up. One goal ahead is tenuous. Anything can happen. It only takes a moment for an equaliser to come in. With two goals, though, there can be uncertainty in the team that takes that lead. Should they push for a third, or can […]
Read More Dryden Shorts – Go for the WinLife is a journey. Every day we start somewhere, and we’re going somewhere. We won’t end the day in the same place we started. Some of us are intentional in the journey we’re making. Some are aware of the progress they make on the journey. It’s great to reach a place where you’re aware of […]
Read More Dryden Shorts – Get to the PlaceOne of the wonderful things about the grace of God extended to believers is that they are a part of His heritage. One in which He wins every battle, He provides for every need, His presence remains when others leave, His love is deep, and He cares for all His own. That’s what believers enjoy […]
Read More Dryden Shorts – It’s the HeritageThey witnessed Elisha walking with Elijah. They saw him at the river. They waited as both men crossed. Only Elisha returned, though, and he was not the same. They witnessed the disciples walking with Jesus. They saw them go up. They waited. But Jesus did not come back with them. And after a while, when […]
Read More Dryden Shorts: Not The SameIt’s the royal residence. Understandably, it is not accessible to everyone. There are requirements for those who wish to gain admission. Unlike other royal residences, however, admission through the gates and into the courts is by way of thanks and praise. Not just that, but this admission also acknowledges a status that entrants have. Not […]
Read More Dryden Shorts – Gates and CourtsThey sought the Lord for counsel. When he gave them the go-ahead, they would boldly go and follow the instructions. There was something intriguing about these great men of God who accomplished so much, still seeking God’s permission first. They could have gone ahead and done what they wanted; they had the experience and the […]
Read More Dryden Shorts – With PermissionTypical God. My idea of restoration: I lose £50, I get back £50. (Adjusted for inflation 😊) God’s idea of restoration: Whatever is lost is nothing compared to what He will give. I lost some joy. He gives me greater joy because of the heightened sense of joy at its being restored. I lost peace. […]
Read More Dryden Shorts – God’s Idea of RestorationGod will. He will keep His promises. He will watch over. He will protect. He will guide. He will provide. He has done, and He will continue to do. Will I? Will I trust Him and stand on that word? One decision at a time … God help me. Will you? When the situation is […]
Read More Dryden Shorts – Standing on the Promises of GodGod creates us to develop fellowship with Him and each other. We love each other as we’re loved by God and as we see how the Father loves Jesus Christ, the Son. At the same time, He lets us know that we are not to find our primary trust in people. We should rely on […]
Read More Dryden Shorts – And God AloneYou can go through an experience and emerge from it in such a way that you know you’re different. Something about how you view people, how you view opportunities, how you take on challenges. Those experiences can highlight operating from a process of healing or a position of hurting. It can be challenging to operate […]
Read More Dryden Shorts – For the Next Step: Hurting or Healing
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