Impacting Lives

Most of us desire to have a positive impact upon the lives of others. We try to do good for others and hope that our kindnesses make a difference for the people we impact, but even further to others through the paying forward of kindness. II Corinthians 9:10 says, “He who supplies seed to theContinue reading “Impacting Lives”

Vision Statement

At the beginning of a new business, it is a common practice to clearly state the company’s values, mission, and vision. This seemingly boring task helps the company stay on the course for which the owners and leaders designed for it. Genesis 1:27-28 says, “So God created man in his own image, in the imageContinue reading “Vision Statement”

Slippery Footing

Lately, we have experienced frequent snowfall and accumulation. My morning walks have been a bit treacherous. Each step must be carefully placed to avoid slips and falls. Beneath a thin layer of snow often lies ice. A fall could ruin my day and beyond. II Samuel 22:34 says, “He made my feet like the feetContinue reading “Slippery Footing”

Extinguish the Flaming Arrows of the Enemy

Ancient warrior shields were often quite large, necessary to protect their whole bodies. Prior to battle warriors often soaked the shield so that the flaming arrows of the enemy would be extinguished upon impact with the shield. II Samuel 22:36 says, “You have given me the shield of your salvation, and your gentleness made meContinue reading “Extinguish the Flaming Arrows of the Enemy”

Overwhelmed

Several years ago, I was trekking in Nepal. We came to a rapidly flowing river that we needed to cross. I was very unsure of my footing and pondered how I was going to be able to cross the river. Just then, a Nepali man offered to carry me on his back across the river.Continue reading “Overwhelmed”