by Darlene Schacht | May 15, 2020 | Scattered Seeds, Scattered Seeds
The Bible tells us that harsh words stir up anger and that a soft answer turns away wrath. It’s hard to remember this when I’m frustrated and angry. Some days it feels like the harsh words just roll off my tongue all on their own. But then I wonder…...
by Darlene Schacht | May 13, 2020 | Scattered Seeds
The Bible clearly teaches that selfish ambition is wrong. Ambition is good and can be healthy in fact, but that little word “selfish” changes the game. Competition can lead us to be the best we can be, or it can lead us to pride. The choice is ours,...
by Darlene Schacht | May 11, 2020 | Scattered Seeds
There will be days in your life when love feels like a comfy recliner and other days when it feels like you’re walking on glass. The reason for this is because love is more than a feeling and much more than a word. It calls us to a place of humility where we sacrifice...
by Darlene Schacht | May 11, 2020 | Scattered Seeds
Every young seedling begins with a death. In order to grow, it needs to be buried, it has to take root, and it must be willing to give up the state it was in to become something new. In 1 Corinthians 15:31, Paul says, “I die daily.” In a similar manner,...
by Darlene Schacht | May 9, 2020 | Scattered Seeds, Uncategorized
Mother Teresa once said, “If you want to change the world, go home and love your family.” Likewise, I’ve found that most of the positive, effective, and influential people I’ve met over the years came from a solid home with parents that...
