Gratitude is a component of love. It benefits the one that gives as well as the one that receives. All aspects of love are beneficial. The positive outcomes of gratitude flow from the giver to the receiver, like a current that travels through a simple electrical circuit. Throughout the Bible four types of love are […]
Loneliness. All alone and feeling blue. Countless songs have been written about feeling lonely, disconnected or isolated. These emotions, along with apathy are far too common these days. Older adults, young adults and children. All ethnic backgrounds, all genders, share feelings of aloneness. Connecting with others on a heart-to-heart level promotes the opposite; well-being, passion […]
We know that people have trust issues, right? What is the real issue around trust? In America you will find that proffer emblazoned on our currency, since 1864. Strong Christian beliefs held by the country’s founders are credited with dictating that a connection be shown to the basis of their trust. Over these many years […]
As we come to the end of 2016 it is wise to take some time to reflect. We probably have as many if not more concerns than we had last year at this time. I am making a list and checking it twice; over the next several days! My list has nothing to do […]
Ever done something to someone causing them undue pain, later try to make amends and realize that they had not come to a place of forgiveness? As you ponder on mending fences I think at least one person comes to mind. There is possibly one person on your list that is on my list too. […]
Our spiritual attributes, much like our physical characteristics are highly visible and apparent to an observer. The content of a heart can be seen in the way a person behaves; their habits, and responses. Actions speak louder than words! Work Ethic and Performance What does your work look like? What are your works? Actions speak […]
One way I express love to myself is through music. When that music helps me to give praise to God it is another way I connect with Him. My Christmas soul food does not add to my waistline nor does it create any dirty dishes. Music nurtures my soul. It soothes. It expresses emotions. It […]
“The good old days”, “going back down memory lane”, and “remember the time” are often used to point out that moving through time backwards has its rewards. We can benefit by taking a journey back in time. Remembering the good, more than the bad and the ugly is a set up for success. All of […]
What if we had a check engine light to indicate how we perform in our love walk the way a vehicle’s check engine light reveals vital information about the performance of a car’s inner workings? Having an indicator like a check engine light could reveal what we are doing and what we are not doing. […]
We routinely make choices. When our lives depend on making appropriate choices we are wise to direct diligent focus on that which we desire. If you have ever looked at your life asking the question, “How did I get here?” you have experienced the consequences of poor choices. Choice is the very essence of freewill. […]