Bible Study - Luke 18
“But the tax collector, standing far off, would not even lift up his eyes to heaven, but beat his breast, saying, ‘God, be merciful to me, a sinner!’ I tell you, this man went down to his house justified, rather than the other. For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, but the one who humbles himself will be exalted.” - Luke 18:13–14 ESV
Bible Study - Luke 17
“Then one of them, when he saw that he was healed, turned back, praising God with a loud voice; and he fell on his face at Jesus’ feet, giving him thanks. Now he was a Samaritan. Then Jesus answered, “Were not ten cleansed? Where are the nine?” - Luke 17:15–17 ESV
Bible Study - Luke 16
“One who is faithful in a very little is also faithful in much, and one who is dishonest in a very little is also dishonest in much.” - Luke 16:10 ESV
Bible STudy - Luke 15
“And he arose and came to his father. But while he was still a long way off, his father saw him and felt compassion, and ran and embraced him and kissed him.” - Luke 15:20–21 CSB
Bible Study - Luke 14
“Salt is good, but if salt has lost its taste, how shall its saltiness be restored? It is of no use either for the soil or for the manure pile. It is thrown away. He who has ears to hear, let him hear.” - Luke 14:34–35 ESV
Life is Boring
The key to avoiding "boredom" in daily life is to avoid getting bored. If you are continually growing and taking new ground, it is hard to feel like life is routine. Now, don't get me wrong. I like my routines. I am a creature of habit. But, I am curious; I'm an avid learner and enjoy taking on new challenges. I hardly ever feel bored. There is always a book to read, skill to develop, language or culture to understand, and of course, there are people.
The Tension of "Now and Not Yet"
We all feel tension no matter what age or stage of life we are in. It's the reality of today and hope for tomorrow, what I call the tension of the "now" and "not yet."