These posts discuss various aspects of personal development. They focus on practical ways that we can bring change to our lives.
“Mary responded, “I am the Lord’s servant, and I am willing to accept whatever he wants. May everything you have said come true.” And then the angel left.” This is the time of year when most people begin thinking about Christmas and the New Year. It is always nice to turn the page on our […]
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“That evening he told the foreman to call the workers in and pay them, beginning with the last workers first. When those hired at five o’clock were paid, each received a full day’s wage. When those hired earlier came to get their pay, they assumed they would receive more. But they, too, were paid a
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It is no surprise that what should be the most joyous and happy season, is just the opposite for so many people. Many experience serious anxiety and depression during the Thanksgiving and Christmas Season. One study showed that over twenty percent of all Americans experienced depression during the Christmas Holidays. Anxiety and depression can be triggered
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“When you have momentum you can do anything, so do anything you can to get momentum.” Adam Smallcombe, Pastor of Vive Church “Consistency leads to momentum.” Momentum is a great buzzword if you are trying to grow a business, plant a church, or start a new habit. Momentum is what we all are trying
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“When Jesus said these things, the people were again divided in their opinions about him.” Since the days when Jesus physically walked the earth, people have been divided in their opinions about Him. Even when they could watch Him heal people and perform miracles. Even when they could hear Him teach. Even when they could
A Matter of Opinion? Read More »
“Dear brothers and sisters, we can’t help but thank God for you, because your faith is flourishing and your love for one another is growing.” (2 Thessalonians 1:3) As Paul writes to his friends in Thessalonica, he mentions the two most important ingredients of the Christian life, faith and love. Faith is what connects us
Back when I was a police officer, I found myself in a large courtyard one night checking for suspicious activity. I did not have my flashlight but there was enough ambient light that I could see to maneuver behind the large apartment building. I was by myself and moving quietly as I tried to discover
What is Lurking in the Shadows? Read More »
“Our level of teachability is the ultimate level of our growth.” One of the things that I have noticed about the best leaders that I have been around is that they are life-long learners. They never seem to think that they know enough. They are always reading, listening, and educating themselves. Knowledge is power. Knowing
