We all desire success for ourselves, our families, our businesses and quite frankly, anything we're affiliated with. However, how do we go about accomplishing all this? Thankful, the answer is surprisingly simple and can be applied by practically anyone regardless of their background, credentials, difficulties and/or present opportunities. The greatest challenge is making the shift …
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Speaking And Stepping
In Indiana Jones and The Last Crusade, there is a scene where Indiana has to cross a great ravine, but there seems to be no safe way to do so. Do you recall what he did? He literally had to take a leap of faith and walk off the ledge. As he does, he suddenly …
Is The Golden Rule Still Cool?
Integrity stems from the word, integer, which is a mathematical term used to describe a whole number. Thus, the word integrity can be used to define one who is also whole, or undivided and uncompromising in their convictions. Said another way, a person with high integrity isn't wishy washy - and although a person's level …
For Better, Or Worse?
A story is told how the owner of a prominent restaurant chain went to visit a pastor friend of his. In a rush to make an upcoming meeting, the men decided to stop in a competitor's restaurant to grab a quick bite to eat. However, after both men finished washing their hands, the pastor admitted …
Favor In Fellowship
I recently read commentary that advised pastors to serve their people, but not to need them. Clearly, this was referencing the dangers that the need for approval can create in ministry. For if we become preoccupied with pleasing people, we invite the temptation of compromising truth and diluting God's word in order to win favor. …
Help Wanted?
Do you sometimes feel you're climbing a mountain of challenges on your own? As followers of Christ, we can know with confidence that we're never truly alone for God repeatedly assures He will never leave, or forsake us (Deuteronomy 31:8). As a result, no matter what challenges, obstacles, or troubles may surround us, we can …