A friendly conversation turns curiously deep and reveals the underlying questions about life in the hearts and minds of all of us. ◊ She was a quietly assured woman sitting next to me on a 4-hour flight. As is the case… Read More ›
Marriage
Are We Even Praying Right?
People are asked to pray for a variety of needs and requests by friends, family, and others. While praying, do you ever wonder “am I even doing this right?” ◊ There’s a dual challenge when friends and family ask us to… Read More ›
A Great Awakening – The Movie
A fascinating movie introduces many to a man they’ve never heard of and reveals the faith development of a man they thought they knew. Either way, it is true that “God does govern in the affairs of men.” ◊ It’s… Read More ›
Got What It Takes?
There is a common level of insecurity in many today. It is one thing to struggle in a competitive world. It is worse when it carries over into perceptions of our worth before God. ◊ I’ve ceased to be amazed…. Read More ›
Believe God or Believe in God?
There’s a very subtle distinction in how we think about spiritual matters. Regardless of how we appear in social circles (“I’m a spiritual person” or “I believe in God”), do you actually believe God? ♦ It’s one thing to be… Read More ›
Business, Sports, and Christian Excellence
Some businesses are excellent, many are not. Same with sports teams. Same with Christians. What’s the difference maker? It may surprise you. ♦ What do successful businesses of any size and in any industry have in common? One might say… Read More ›
The Slight Adjustment
It’s been 30 days into the new year. You set new goals, objectives, and made promises to yourself and others, even God, with heart-felt sincerity and resolve. How’s it going so far? Time for a slight adjustment. One month into… Read More ›
Good Works and God’s Answer
Are good works and acts of service real or manufactured Christianity? I took my question directly to God in earnest prayer. He answered me on Highway 280. Several years ago, I was driving home from a Mega church leadership meeting… Read More ›
Now What Do I Do?
It wasn’t until my mid-40’s that I awoke to a deeper understanding of full surrender in the area of one’s vocation. At this point in the year, many people are rethinking their vocational direction. Some are starting a new job; some… Read More ›
New Year Reset – for All
And now it’s time for New Year’s – a fun celebration and then the reality of a great opportunity for a fresh new start. Here are some thoughts and viewpoints to help make this the best year ever. So another… Read More ›
Christmas Stories – for All Generations
Storytelling and Christmas go well together. Some stories are familiar, and some are newly told. Some are classic, and some are very old. Taking 10 minutes to read a short story is rejuvenating – at any age. ♦ The work… Read More ›
The REAL Reason for the Season
While the popular explanation of the reason for the Christmas season is known by most Christians and non-Christians, few would say that it’s because of spiritual warfare. It’s that time again when people may indirectly declare their own Christian or… Read More ›
Biblical Viewpoint 