Book sales in the genre of self-help indicate that people are reading and writing about ways to improve their lives. God has empowered us by our free will to choose the abundant life Jesus the Christ came to this earth to provide. We can improve our lives by following His commands. Those commands allow us […]
As a child I don’t remember having a vivid imagination. As an adult I understand more about traveling to another place and time while sitting in a comfortable chair, waiting in a long line or preparing for a less than favorable situation. Daydreaming, our ability to have the mental elasticity that allows us to mentally […]
When we think in terms of all-natural versus organic it is sometimes difficult to decide what choice to make. When we examine the outcomes of our choices it becomes easier to make decisions. When making decisions we can use an all-natural mindset or our organic mindset, recognizing the difference absolutely contributes to the best […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
As I moved from my morning quiet time to set the course for my day the phrase carpe diem came to mind. What comes to mind when you hear the words carpe diem? Today, like no other time in history we take the words already part of our language and create new meanings. Your reflection […]
Very shortly the ball will drop at Times Square in New York, “Auld Lang Syne” will be sung and we will move to a new calendar year. We will close a chapter on our lives known as 2013. Most will have experienced new learnings, the dawning of new friendships, births, weddings, parties, and travel. Among […]
When you wish for something it is probably because you really want it. A Christmas wish is a special kind of a wish. Many have waited all year for that day to come so that they can get what they want and believe they deserve. The time spent wishing and hoping prevents many from […]