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The Crowd Cheers

I have often wondered what it would feel like to be on the playing field in front of a large crowd. What would go through my mind if I was able to do something great and the crowd rose up in celebration? How would I feel if I made some costly mistakes, and how wouldContinue reading “The Crowd Cheers”

A Vacation That Wasn’t

Have you ever gone on a vacation with the single desire to rest, but found that you were more tired when you returned than went you left for the vacation? I sure have. Sometimes we have planned so much activity that requires so much energy that I am exhausted afterwards. Other times, we have simplyContinue reading “A Vacation That Wasn’t”

Self-Help or God’s Help

We are inundated these days with people offering to make our lives better. From the self-help books and seminars to the hacks offered online, people think that they know a better way and offer to help us, often at some cost. While many of these “helps” can offer limited and temporary assistance, their long-term effectsContinue reading “Self-Help or God’s Help”

Witnesses and Evidence

In the courtroom, both the prosecution and defense present witnesses and evidence to support their views of the truth. With a preponderance of evidence or the absence of reasonable doubt, jurors or the judge render a verdict. Hebrews 2:3-4 says, “how shall we escape if we neglect such a great salvation? It was declared atContinue reading “Witnesses and Evidence”

Fruitful Environment

One of our sons did particularly well in school under teachers who gave generous encouragement. He did not do so well under strict disciplinarians, not because he got into trouble, but rather because he didn’t receive the same levels of encouragement. As adults we are exposed to different leadership styles. We do better under certainContinue reading “Fruitful Environment”