Practice for Better or Worse
March 18, 2026
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I once heard a teacher, as teachers will do, Say, “Practice makes perfect,” but that wasn’t true. We know our sloppy methods, repeated with pride,
I once heard a teacher, as teachers will do, Say, “Practice makes perfect,” but that wasn’t true. We know our sloppy methods, repeated with pride,
You dream of the stories your heart wants to tell, Of novels that sparkle and poems that swell. But when words won’t come and ideas
I woke up this morning with the sun in my eyes, And thought, “What a gift to see blue in the skies.” But then came
I thought my great story would sparkle and shine, With chapters that unfolded on my grand design. But God had a plot with a much
When life feels quite good, it’s easy to say, “I trust in the Lord every step of the way.” But when storms rumble and plans
When God whispers softly, “Will you obey?” Don’t hesitate. You should say yes right away. Each time you answer with faith, not with fear, You’ll
We live in a world where folks like to say, “I’m owed what I want, and I want it today.” We stomp and demand. We
Oh, writer, take caution and sharpen your sight, For glitter and glamour can trick you by night. Not every shining offer is golden or true.
“I’ll join when I’m ready,” aspiring writers will say, “When my words aren’t so silly, clumsy, or gray.” But here’s the big secret, the truth
Some preach for money or to shine in the crowd. They use charismatic speech and shout very loud. But truth can’t be traded for fame
The world shouts, “Only do what is socially allowed.” But peace doesn’t come from the praise of the crowd. To live life to its fullest
When the Spirit is leading, I wonder where I’m going, But I don’t have to worry, for God is all-knowing. Where the Spirit is present,