As we have moved through this season of graduations it was necessary for students to show themselves worthy to earn their diploma, certificate or degree. After presenting evidence the required criteria was met, as established by their respective academic institution, they earned the endorsement for the award. In some ways our individual life style reveals […]
Have you ever just wanted to cry? I think having a good cry releases emotions we have pushed aside. There are benefits that we can experience by being at a place where we recognize that all is not lost even as we shed tears. I know shedding a few tears is going to do some good. Well, […]
One of the fundamental issues we all deal with is control. The Monopoly board game allows us to control the flow of the game by acquisition. Several popular “reality shows” reward control of others attained by devious strategies. Both forms of control require one to dominate. We were designed to take dominion, which has been […]
You may have zero financial debt however, you do owe something. No matter what your accountant sees when reviewing your monetary records you, and I, still owe something. According to the word of God we all owe. The blessing is the debt God refers to is one we are able to pay, regardless of our […]
Prayer is represented as a key to unlock doors. Some people pray that they will be victorious over others. Some pray that harm will come to others. What causes one prayer to be realized while another is not? If prayer is communication with God, why do some prayers appear to go unheard? Prayer is aligned […]
Memorial Day brings thoughts of family; celebrations, gatherings, traditions, occurrences and those that have transitioned beyond this life. Thoughts related to feelings of love and loss surface. Some thoughts arise about dysfunction in family relationships. Choosing to dwell on the dysfunction depletes energy, which is better spent on loving yourself and others. Thoughts of the […]
Recently I was struck by a thought that still has me pondering. Something I had never really thought of before. What if God has feelings like ours? Yes, I know He is perfect, He is in the spirit realm, He is omnipotent, He is omniscient, He is love, and yet we are made in His […]
I am not one for spending a single day to celebrate life and love. I have an abiding belief that we are to endeavor to reflect love every day. On days like Mother’s Day I do agree it is a good idea to spend some time highlighting appreciation for mothers and mother figures. I am […]
Today the word friend is used to describe an acquaintance, associate, or colleague. On social media platforms one can have millions of individuals they call friend. While we have accepted a diminished meaning of the word, our basic need for a compelling, intimate relationship based on common feelings remains ever-present. Yes, a rose by any […]
Today there are so many possibilities. Information travels around the world with such speed that we are exposed instantaneously. We can compare our lifestyles with those of others quickly via the Internet. Looking through the lens of the world, what do you cherish about your life and what are the desires of your heart? Take […]