In All that I Do and Say

On the shorter end of scriptural advice, this passage found in Jacob 6:12 has always impressed me with its conciseness, applicability, and ease of memorization. When we think about being "wise" we may think of heads of state or especially great communicators, or even wise men (usually in a group of three). These wise people don't sit around all day thinking smart thoughts and saying smart things. Their words often inspire others to deep reflection or a desire for further study. Wise people do -and inspire- wise actions.     Today in church someone was talking about learning "line upon line, precept upon precept," a phrase I've heard a million times. What she said though was that we should write something on the line we are on, and appreciate what we have now.    For some reason it had never occurred to me that it was that kind of line. For the past few weeks I've been building my testimony line by line as I shared my knowledge with you. What can I say...

It's an underlying question throughout this time of year as we search for the right gifts for all our family and friends. But sometimes the best gifts to give are not purchased or made, as corny as I know it sounds. The #LightTheWorld church initiative brings the focus away from some of the material things of the world and towards service instead. Knowing that this was coming up, I starting thinking about things I can do with my limited resources. The first song (because music is my life) that popped into my head was What Shall We Give? here sung by the MOTABs (also they sang it today in the church Christmas Devo, so inspiration?!?).     I know that these few weeks before Christmas are going to be very busy, not just because of the season and all the parties and events I want to go to, but also because of finals and all the projects, papers, and studying... and the concerts I had this weekend. For the latter, my contribution was obvious. I gave music. But anyone who's perfo...