These posts discuss various aspects of personal development. They focus on practical ways that we can bring change to our lives.
“Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life.” According to the CDC, heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. It accounts for 26% of all deaths. Yet, as serious and as dangerous as heart disease is, there are simple steps that we all can […]
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“Leaders are readers.” School is almost out. Summer is almost here in North America and people are planning their vacations. Vacations are a wonderful way to rest, recharge, and reconnect with those that we love. As you plan your summer, do you have a reading list? Wouldn’t it be great to read a few new
What is On Your Reading List this Summer? Read More »
“Moses saw that the people were running wild and that Aaron had let them get out of control and so become a laughingstock to their enemies.” Moses had been on the mountain for forty days meeting with God and receiving the Law. Meanwhile, Aaron was left in charge. Rather than leading the people, Aaron facilitated their
Aaron and His Really Bad Day Read More »
When I was a Sergeant with the police department, one of the jobs that I had was in Special Operations. I was offered command of a new unit in which I got build from the ground up. I tapped some good young officers and within a few months, we were turning heads. My unit included
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“But despite all the miraculous signs he had done, most of the people did not believe in him.” Have you ever heard or maybe even said this, “If God would just show me a sign, then I would believe.” What is it that causes someone to believe? Seeing a miracle is no guarantee that someone
If Only God Would Show Me a Sign… Read More »
When I retired from the police department at the end of 2011, we had not had any pay raises in several years. As a supervisor and manager, I found it challenging to keep my officers motivated. Before the recession hit, most officers could count on some type of monetary raise every year, as long as
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Do you have a vision for your life? What would your best life look like? The reality is, our best life does not just happen. Author and pastor Pete Wilson says,”There is a life that most of us dream of living. Chances are you won’t drift into that life.” What are some ways that you
Can You See It? Keys to Living Your Best Life Read More »
“We’re here to put a dent in the universe.” Steve Jobs I don’t know about you, but when I read those words something leaps inside me. I know Steve Jobs was talking about leaving a mark in the context of Apple’s revolutionary technology. And he did. Half the families in the United States have at least one
Without a Trace or Leaving our Mark? Read More »
If you are not familiar with Dr. Mark Rutland, you are missing out on one of the premiere voices in the Church today. He has long been regarded as a tremendous communicator and leader. Dr. Rutland has been involved in pastoral ministry and foreign missionary work since the 70’s. After serving for a couple of
Book Review- Relaunch by Dr. Mark Rutland Read More »
“Stop judging others, and you will not be judged. For others will treat you as you treat them. Whatever measure you use in judging others, it will be used to measure how you are judged.” I found out something really bad about myself not long ago. I realized that I judge others by the Standard
Judged by the Law or Judged by Grace? Read More »
