I was recently asked by someone what is normal? I understand the positioning that to be normal is to fit in within a standard of acceptance. In fact, this desire to "fit in" and be "normal" is strong within us. Beginning at an early age we begin dressing the same and acquiring the same fads …
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Work Weary?
There's a powerful proverb that says, "do not wear yourself out with work". Yet, so many of us do quite the opposite. Often times this is because we get caught by the subtle trap of working for man rather than God. I know I did. This can be an easy distraction for us to fall …
Obsessed With Best?
We often hear the advice, "give our best" and pursue excellence in all we do, and we know this is shared with good intent, but to the perfectionist it is like quicksand - advice that sucks us into a deep abyss of endless pursuit. Going for best can be a stronghold that drives stress, condemnation, …
Weary Wanderers and Wounded Warriors
I recently had the honor and privilege to meet and interview baseball legend, Darryl Strawberry. He has achieved great fame and success in the sporting world as a four time World Series winner. He is also well known for his various struggles off the mound. Today, he is a champion of encouragement to others and …
The Sky Isn’t The Limit – Mindset Is.
Most are familiar with the expression, "the sky's the limit". It is used to describe something's potential. However, our potential is actually limited by our mindset. How do we view ourselves, others, opportunities, and obstacles? So, often we tend to quit things too soon. There is a parable told of a man once digging for …
Let’s Play!
My pastor is speaking on a theme that says, "We is greater than me (WE>me)". And it has triggered a realization that shouldn’t come as a surprise - Teaming is not easy. In fact, it is quite difficult, but when any team unites under a common goal—well, we all know what can happen. I was …
Worth Surrendering For
I remember daydreaming as a child of what my life would be like when I was older. One of my favorite dreams was of having a family of my own. I remember this one particular family who lived next door to us very well. They seemed to represent the most idealistic family to me, because …
My Life Of Lies
We all deal with falsehoods. They come to us throughout life, and we are most impressed by them when we are young. Thankfully, we know the truth sets us free and in Christ we are free indeed (John 8:32). He begins to untangle the webs of deceit that so long entangled our hearts and minds. …
A Cling Fling
Most of us know the story of Jesus walking on water out to His disciples who were panically rowing in a sweeping storm. Incredibly, Peter has the audacity to leave the boat and temporarily walks on water! The other disciples watched while clinging to the hope that their boat would stay afloat. We see another …
Your Dreams Won’t Work Until You Do.
Imagine carrying your dreams like seeds in your pocket. How many actually get planted? In reality, many people live with their pockets full of dreams and die never really pursuing any of them. As a result, many live with regret, passionless living, depression, and boredom. I often speak on the value of pursuing dreams because …
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