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Thought for the Day – Proverbs 19:8 on Inquisitiveness

By Leary Gates

He who gets wisdom loves his own soul; he who cherishes understanding prospers.”- Proverbs 19:8 (NIV)

Recently, I met with a CEO to explore whether our consulting firm could […]

Published on August 15, 2010 | Posted in Thought for the Day | Tagged inquisitiveness, listening, understanding, wisdom | Leave a comment

Thought for the Day – Psalm 34:1 on Praise

By Leary Gates

I will extol the LORD at all times; his praise will always be on my lips”- Psalms 34:1 (NIV)

We sang of my favorite songs in church today: O […]

Published on August 8, 2010 | Posted in Thought for the Day | Tagged praise, prayer, song | Leave a comment

Thought for the Day – 1 Peter 3:15 on Responding to Others

By Leary Gates

Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect.” - […]

Published on August 1, 2010 | Posted in Thought for the Day | Tagged gentle, harsh, hope, judgmental, respect, response | Leave a comment

Thought for the Day – Genesis 22:3 on Trust

By Leary Gates

Early the next morning Abraham got up and saddled his donkey.”- Genesis 22:3

Early risers have always impressed me, I guess because I’ve never been much of one. It’s […]

Published on July 25, 2010 | Posted in Thought for the Day | Tagged faith, miracles, trust | Leave a comment

Thought for the Day – Psalm 62:8 on Refuge

By Leary Gates

Trust in him at all times, O people; pour out your hearts to him, for God is our refuge.”- Psalm 62:8

One of the things that first fascinated Anna and […]

Published on July 11, 2010 | Posted in Thought for the Day | Tagged comfort, refuge, safety, storm, trust | 2 Comments

Thought for the Day – Galatians 5:1 on Freedom

By Leary Gates

It is for freedom that Christ has set us free.”- Galatians 5:1 (NIV)

Independence Day! All across our country Americans gather today for a traditional time of celebration marked […]

Published on July 4, 2010 | Posted in Thought for the Day | Tagged freedom, grace, Independence Day, love | Leave a comment

Thought for the Day – Ephesians 3:12 on Confidence

By Leary Gates

In him and through faith in him we may approach God with freedom and confidence.”- Ephesians 3:12 (NIV)

As a business consultant for over 15 years now, I’ve learned […]

Published on June 27, 2010 | Posted in Thought for the Day | Tagged competence, confidence, freedom, prayer | Leave a comment

Thought for the Day – Psalm 27:10 on Father’s Day

By Leary Gates

Though my father and mother forsake me, the Lord will receive me.”- Psalm 27:10 (NIV)

Father’s Day is traditionally a time of family gathering, laughter and attention-giving to the […]

Published on June 20, 2010 | Posted in Thought for the Day | Tagged father, Father's Day | 4 Comments

Thought for the Day – Zephaniah 3:17 on Anxiety

By Leary Gates

The Lord your God is with you, he is mighty to save. He will take great delight in you, he will quiet you with his love, he will rejoice over you with singing.”- […]

Published on June 13, 2010 | Posted in Thought for the Day | Tagged anxiety, fear, lyrics, rejoicing, singing, song | 2 Comments

Thought for the Day – Matthew 7:24 on Practice

By Leary Gates

Everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock.”Matthew 7:24 (NIV)

Practice. Practice. Practice. […]

Published on May 30, 2010 | Posted in Thought for the Day | Tagged change, obedience, practice, transformation | Leave a comment

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