Photo by Nik Shuliahin via Unsplash.com Is there something your kids love to do that you absolutely can’t stand? For me, one of those things is ice skating. My kids love to go ice skating, but I am not good at skating. I don’t like the cold, and I definitely don’t like ice. I don’t … Continue reading You Fell Again. Now What?
The Lord Who Never Lorded It Over Us
The only One worthy to be called Lord never lorded His position over others. He healed the sick.He preached Good News.He cast out demons.He loved the least of these.He spoke out against evil.He washed feet.He died for the very people who killed Him. Jesus never let what He was entitled to make Him entitled. He … Continue reading The Lord Who Never Lorded It Over Us
When You Feel Like You’re “Doing Worship” Wrong
Photo by Jack Sharp via Unsplash.com Have you ever felt like you were "doing worship" wrong? Maybe you were in a church service, a retreat, or even a worship concert where you saw people raising their hands, and they just seemed like they were having such an encounter with God. But you were standing there … Continue reading When You Feel Like You’re “Doing Worship” Wrong
On Laughing at Yourself
The most successful people take their responsibilities seriously—but not themselves. Secure people can admit when they’re wrong without unraveling. That humility makes others feel safe. And safe people get trusted. It’s easy to laugh at others. It takes strength to laugh at yourself.
Why Showing Up Matters More Than Giving Advice
Your kids won't always remember the advice you gave them, but they'll never forget how you showed up for them. As parents, we spend a lot of time teaching and preparing our kids for life. And that's a good thing. But when they're grown and on their own, they probably won't remember most of what … Continue reading Why Showing Up Matters More Than Giving Advice
How God Uses Your Past to Help Others
Your experiences with sin and suffering don’t disqualify you from making a difference. They may be the very thing God uses to help someone walking through the valley you’ve already traveled. Be the guide you needed when you were finding your way