“The heart knows its own bitterness, and a stranger does not share its joy.” (Proverbs 14:10) The reason we feel misunderstood and unheard by others is because nobody ever completely understands anyone else.  Our loved ones try, just like we try with them, but language, perception, and personal bias will always leave a gap

“My heart overflows with a good theme; I address my verses to the King; my tongue is the pen of a ready writer.” (Psalm 45:1) If what we say comes from our hearts (see Matt 15:18), then the theme of our words shows the theme of our hearts. A theme is the recurring idea

“My heart overflows with a good theme; I address my verses to the King; my tongue is the pen of a ready writer.” (Psalm 45:1) If what we say comes from our hearts (see Matt 15:18), then the theme of our words shows the theme of our hearts. A theme is the recurring idea

“Then he [David] died in a ripe old age, full of days, riches and honor; and his son Solomon reigned in his place.” (1 Chronicles 29:28) You know why we call it “a ripe old age” because growing old should be like fruit – we should be at our sweetest and best near the

“ ‘All this,’ said David, ‘the LORD made me understand in writing by His hand upon me, all the details of this pattern.’ ” (1 Chronicles 28:19) God was able to lay out the blueprints for a very intricate and detailed temple.  Using the written word, God expressed His plans and pattern to David

“All these were of the sons of Obed-edom; they and their sons and their relatives were able men with strength for the service” (1 Chronicles 26:8) There is nothing more needed for service than to be “able” and “with strength”. If we have opportunity and we have ability, then we have a responsibility to