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Turn Around That Pointed Finger

Turn Around That Pointed Finger

Choose to be kind to others not because they're nice, but because you are. Don’t justify your actions on the “wrong” behavior of others. Don’t respond with anger to a lack of kindness in others. Don’t choose in response to the poor choices of others. You can’t blame other people! I tried this as a … Continue reading Turn Around That Pointed Finger

Lessons from Joshua’s Final Addresses to Israel

Lessons from Joshua’s Final Addresses to Israel

As one of the most renown and successful men in the Old Testament, Joshua stands out as a God-fearing leader.  His exploits are well-known, assuming command from Moses, conquering the promised land for the nation of Israel, and delivering upon the richness of God's promises made to Abraham so many years before.  His words and … Continue reading Lessons from Joshua’s Final Addresses to Israel

Wellspring of Life

Wellspring of Life

"Give me six hours to chop down a tree, and I will spend the first four sharpening the axe." (Abraham Lincoln) When we're tired, hungry, or stressed, we're generally not much use.  We're running at a diminished capacity. Do you know just when you feel like going out of your way to help others?  When … Continue reading Wellspring of Life

Our Greatest Limitation

Our Greatest Limitation

Perhaps the greatest limitation of human potential = The fear of what people might think Are you limited by this fear?  Controlled by it?  So many are consumed by it, often unaware of its power. The opportunity cost is staggering.  Imagine society without this limitation.  Imagine your life without this limitation. For God has not … Continue reading Our Greatest Limitation

When the Light shines Brightest

When the Light shines Brightest

"We can easily forgive a child who is afraid of the dark; the real tragedy of life is when men are afraid of the light."  (Plato) It was very early morning.  The front door was open, and the cold air entered the warm hallway.  The light inside shined brightly thru the door, fearlessly piercing the … Continue reading When the Light shines Brightest

Come in from the ledge.

Come in from the ledge.

Certainly you’ve had multiple conversations this week with friends, family, and co-workers.  Some feel elated, and others feel devastated.  Each of us needs walked back in from the ledge sometimes.  Indeed, there are other times when we all need to be brought back down from the clouds. There’s no shortage of extreme emotions.  Right, wrong, … Continue reading Come in from the ledge.

Seeing the Invisible Qualities of God

Seeing the Invisible Qualities of God

"Do you still not see or understand?  Do you have such hard hearts?  Having eyes do you not see?" ~Jesus questioning his disciples (Mark 8:17-18) Why are things so often hiding in plain sight?  Looking for those car keys? or your wallet?  I bet they're right under your nose...sitting right there on the table by … Continue reading Seeing the Invisible Qualities of God

Book Review: “If You Can Keep It: The Forgotten Promise of American Liberty” by Eric Metaxas

Book Review: “If You Can Keep It: The Forgotten Promise of American Liberty” by Eric Metaxas

BOOK REVIEW If You Can Keep It: The Forgotten Promise of American Liberty by Eric Metaxas A story takes us back to the streets of Philadelphia during the Constitutional Convention in the Summer of 1787.  A certain Mrs. Powell approaches Benjamin Franklin as he exits Constitution Hall, asking him, "Well, doctor, what have be got?  … Continue reading Book Review: “If You Can Keep It: The Forgotten Promise of American Liberty” by Eric Metaxas