Thoughts, devotions, and more from Jeffrey K. Ross, author of "Next Step Devotions"
The following is a reflection that comes strictly from my Christian convictions, so if that isn't your thing, feel free to click somewhere else... We hear a lot about justice these days. Sometimes the context is clearly judicial in the sense of someone seeking or receiving justice for some illegal act. At other times, "justice" …
Continue reading Leap Year Lesson #140: Live the Difference Between Justice, Mercy and Grace
I never served in the military. The U.S. discontinued the draft the year I turned 16 in 1973 and has had an all-volunteer military force since then. I remember my mom crying with joy at the news since she knew that I would at least have the option of whether to serve or not, …
When was the last time you gave up something you really loved - either some material possession or some activity or perhaps even a relationship - in order to benefit others? Do you have to dig very far back in your memory bank to think of something? Without going into details, I'll share with you …
My wife and I celebrated today our 33rd wedding anniversary. We are fortunate in a world where most couples do not stay together for life that we are well on our way. That is nothing compared to my parents who will celebrate their 60th anniversary together in December. Still, 33 years is an accomplishment and …
Continue reading Leap Year Lesson #137: Turn Anger Into Something Positive
There were two occasions today where it was good and satisfying to find common ground with others. The first came at the end of a week at work somewhat dominated in my responsibilities by a controversy that provoked much discussion and debate on our internal social network - an online community I manage consisting of …
Continue reading Leap Year Lesson #136: It’s Nice To Find Common Ground
