Day: June 21, 2012

Names in the Bible -Understanding Their Meaning- Acts 4:12

Try putting these names in chronological order. You might want to begin and end with Jesus.

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I have listed some of the famous names in the Bible, their meaning and a short synopsis about each person. The last name on the list is by far the most famous name in the Bible. That name is hidden in this picture, do you see it?


Abel – son – He was the second born son to Adam and Eve. His older brother Cain was jealous because of the favor that Abel had with God, and killed him. Since Abel was killed for what he believed and followed this made him the world’s first recorded martyr.

Abraham – The father of a multitude / father is exalted – Formally known as Abram, this prophet was trusted by God to become the founder and representative of the Hebrew race. He was father to Isaac and Ishmael and grandfather to Jacob and Esau. He also received the Abrahamic Covenant which would…

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Resolve Conflict by Confessing Your Part – Rick Warren

Peanut Gallery: Conflict resolution begins with you.

When you’re wrong, admit it. And when you’re right, shut up!

Resolve Conflict by Confessing Your Part by Rick Warren

Why do you notice the little piece of dust in your friend’s eye, but you don’t notice the big piece of wood in your own eye? First, take the wood out of your own eye. Then you will see clearly to take the dust out of your friend’s eye. (Matthew 7:3-5 NCV)

When you are faced with a conflict, instead of accusing, attacking, or blaming the other person, begin with humility. This is true even if the conflict is 90% their fault.

Everyone has blindspots. No one is perfect and there are things we do that contribute toward a conflict that we have difficulty seeing.

So, before I start attacking and blaming, I need to do a frank evaluation and ask, “How much of this conflict is my fault?” I need to do an honest checkup and admit my part. Continue reading “Resolve Conflict by Confessing Your Part – Rick Warren” →