The people in your community shape the way you communicate. If you surround yourself with gossip, crude joking, or constant negativity, it won’t be long before you start talking that way too. Improve your community, and your communication will follow.
Parents: Not Every Moments Needs to Be a Lesson
As parents, it’s tempting to turn every moment into a lesson. But growth doesn’t always come from speaking up—sometimes it comes from simply showing up. We can listen without lecturing, love in the midst of conflict, and guide without controlling. Not every moment needs a lesson, but every lesson needs the right moment.
Living In Peace With Others
“If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.” (Romans 12:18) Relationships can get messy and complicated. Scripture teaches us that, while peace should be our priority, there are times when peace isn't always possible. When a relationship is strained, pursue peace by owning your piece, and place … Continue reading Living In Peace With Others
What Most People Get Wrong About Miracles
In John 2, Jesus’ first recorded miracle didn’t happen in front of a large crowd. It took place quietly, behind the scenes. One of the key details in this account is the obedience of the servants. Jesus’ instructions likely didn’t make sense to them, yet they followed Him anyway. Their simple obedience allowed them to … Continue reading What Most People Get Wrong About Miracles
One Simple Way to Connect with Someone You Care About
One of the best ways to connect with someone is to care about what they care about. Ask questions.Listen well.Follow up later. You may not understand why it matters to them, but when you treat it with respect, a bridge is built. Attention paves the way to connection.
Finding Joy In God’s Sufficency
You can’t trust God’s strength until you admit your weakness. As long as you think you can handle everything on your own, you’ll miss out on what God wants to do in and through your life. But when you finally realize you’re not enough, you begin to experience the joy of knowing that He is.
Jeff McClung 