These posts discuss various aspects of personal development. They focus on practical ways that we can bring change to our lives.
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 Christmas Season. One study showed that over twenty percent of all Americans experienced depression during the Christmas Holidays. Anxiety and depression can be triggered by many […]
Avoiding a Blue Christmas! Read More »
There are many different toppers that people put on the top of their Christmas trees. By far, however, the most popular is the traditional star. In many cases, these stars have a light inside them and shine brightly, complementing the other lights on the tree. While many people display a star on their Christmas tree,
Why is there a Star on Top of My Christmas Tree? Read More »
“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 those 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
“So the trouble is not with the law, for it is spiritual and good. The trouble is with me, for I am all too human, a slave to sin.” How do often do I blame others for my problems? “It’s my wife’s fault.” “It’s my boss’ fault.” “It’s my parent’s fault.” “It’s the government’s fault.”
A Look in the Mirror Read More »
