Author Archives: Barbara

One More Year of Choices By Barbara Dahlgren Last time, we explored the dangers of negative thinking. Those who entertain negative thoughts long enough become pessimists. Pessimists see the worst aspect of everything. They look on the dark side of … Continue reading →

One More Year of Choices By Barbara Dahlgren We live in a “put-down” society – one that is eager to point out our short comings. We are not thin enough, smart enough, or good enough – and probably never will … Continue reading →

One More Year of Choices By Barbara Dahlgren A few years ago I read an interesting book titled Unfinished Business: One Man’s Extraordinary Year of Trying to Do the Right Things. I think about it from time to time, when … Continue reading →

One More Year of Choices By Barbara Dahlgren God admonishes us not to harden our hearts like the children of Israel did. (Psalm 95:8; Hebrews 3:7-11) Time and time again the Israelites saw the miracles God performed, yet they seemed … Continue reading →

One More Year of Choices By Barbara Dahlgren We’ve all heard that fame and fortune will not bring us happiness. Of course, most of us would like to prove it for ourselves. Fame is a fickle mistress. What is popular … Continue reading →

One More Year of Choices By Barbara Dahlgren In our last blog we talked about not offending others. However, the Bible is a two-edged sword and also tells us not to get offended. Being offensive and being offended both focus … Continue reading →

One More Year of Choices By Barbara Dahlgren Jesus tells us it would be better if a person were drowned in the sea than to offend a new believer. (Luke 17:1-4, Matthew 18:6) Paul said, “We give no offense in … Continue reading →

One More Year of Choices By Barbara Dahlgren Fear can be a good thing when kept in perspective. For example, fearing God in the right way can bring benefits. God doesn’t want us to unnecessarily tremble in His sight but … Continue reading →

One More Year of Choices By Barbara Dahlgren God tells us not to lose heart. What does losing heart mean? Well, it can mean getting discouraged (Hebrews 12:3), being in despair (Ecclesiastes 2:20), growing weary of well doing (2 Thessalonians … Continue reading →

One More Year of Choices By Barbara Dahlgren The instructions in Ephesians 4:3 are clear: “Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit and the bond of peace.” This is easier said (or read) than done, because people … Continue reading →