Thoughts, devotions, and more from Jeffrey K. Ross, author of "Next Step Devotions"
There is much satisfaction that comes from trying your best at something and succeeding. There is even satisfaction that comes from trying your best at something even though the end result may not be what you want. In both circumstances, there is a point at which the effort is over, no more work can be …
Continue reading Leap Year Lesson #307: At Some Point, You’ve Done All You Can
While it's been a few years since I've run a race, it is common for me to be inspired by the sight of the finish line and to turn up the speed for that last little stretch knowing that the race is almost over. In the longest races I've run - half marathons - I …
Two things happened today that centered around the word "courageous." First, I was listening to a Christian radio station while driving this morning and heard a caller talk about a truck driver who was catching a lot of flack from others because of his faith. The people harassing him were joking about him not being …
Justice is a good thing. Most are pleased when we see justice served, when criminals get the deserved punishment for their lawbreaking. Granted, if we are the ones breaking the law, we're more interested in seeing mercy than justice, but that's another discussion. A couple of phrases or terms come to mind that we hear …
Continue reading Leap Year Lesson #297: Sooner Or Later, Justice Happens
Earlier this year I posted about the wonderful customer service experience my son and I have every time we donate blood at the nearest Red Cross center. That post was about the dear old lady who serves us drinks and snacks (along with a hug) after we donate. I praised her customer service that makes …
Continue reading Leap Year Lesson #294: There Is a Ripple Effect, Whether You See It Or Not
