We live in a society that is looking to blame someone for everything. I think we can all agree there is plenty of blame to go around but I believe there is a better way. Rather than focus on the things that we despise let us put more energy into honoring that which we want to reproduce. I find what …
What Kind Of Culture Are You Creating?
Culture is one of the most powerful natural forces in the world. It can mold, shape and influence without anyone even knowing. Culture teaches, dictates, and even enforces rules that maybe have never been discussed. The most amazing thing is each of our homes, communities, churches and work places have a culture that we may have played a major role …
You Worship What You Fear. Yikes!
The ‘Fear of the Lord’ has always been a fascinating topic and one that has caused not a small bit of confusion. Are we supposed to be afraid of God? Isn’t God love? Are we missing something? I don’t presume for one minute to have a full understanding but I do feel God has given me some insight that I …
Careful, Courageous Confrontation
‘Something has got to happen. I can’t keep doing this.’ Have you ever said this before? We all have. Whether it’s a conflict at work or a conversation that needs to be had with a relative, all of us have found ourselves at a point of decision. Unfortunately, all too often that is where it ends. We vent, share our …