A father with two children in college and one in high school once stated, “Money isn’t everything, but it sure keeps you in touch with your children!” Money is a subject that is not left out from God’s instruction book called the Bible. God expects wise use of it lest you find yourself in over […]
Everyone needs at least three things in life: 1) A purpose to live for, 2) A self they can live with, and 3) A faith they can live by. And when it comes to doing the impossible, you better know God if you want to get very far. Life is full of challenges and the […]
Memorial Day Edition The true stories of valor and courage my grandfather told me concerning his service in the U.S. Army I will remember all my life. He served our country in World War II and the Korean Conflict. As a young kid sitting at his feet, all the way through adulthood, I was always […]
The greatest teacher to have ever lived was also the greatest motivator that ever walked this earth. His words for you and for me: “I have come that you may have life and have it more abundantly (in all its fullness)” (John 10:10). For those who follow in Christ’s footsteps, this means your life can […]
Mother’s Day Edition In all my years of counseling experience, people speak most fondly about one person…their Mom. It seems that these special people (Mothers) symbolize security, unconditional love, protection, sacrifice, forgiveness, and guidance. Let a toddler or small child fall down and skin a knee and usually the first words are “Momma, Momma!” Thank […]
An atheist is walking through the forest when Big Foot jumps out at him. As the Sasquatch approaches menacingly, the atheist yells, “Lord, save me!” Seconds later a voice rumbles from heaven, “I thought you didn’t believe in Me.” “Well,” the man says, “Until a minute ago I didn’t believe in Big Foot either.” Some […]
It’s long been thought healthy relationships were good for you. In fact, several studies and research indicate long-term positive relationships help with longevity. You live longer! The cause of this might have something to do with God, don’t you think? For God says, “Two are better than one, because they have a good return for […]
(Part II of Fear vs. Faith) Personal challenges and the on-set of self-doubt can make life very interesting! To overcome these, you need a healthy amount of faith in yourself. Faith in yourself banishes fear. Faith in yourself means you believe your life is important, your work is purposeful, and your contributions to God and […]
Easter Edition Christianity celebrates two great religious holidays each year—Christmas and Easter. For most of us, Christmas is the bigger and greater season of the year. However, it’s the great miracle of Easter that gives Christmas its true meaning. Think for a moment and consider what Easter means. Jesus is the reason for the season… […]
(Part I of Fear vs. Faith) The great psychiatrist, Dr. Smiley Blanton once stated, “Anxiety is the great modern plague.” Another psychologist says fear is the most disintegrating enemy of human personality. If this is the case, then we are in for a heap of trouble. Fear lurks at every corner. Fear for your children, […]
