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What Makes Chasing A Dream So Much Fun?
Have you ever thought about chasing a dream but decided it was too much work? Or maybe that it wasn't worth the effort? I know I have. Sometimes we lose out on chasing the dream because we're impatient. Something else comes along and we settle for less than what God...
The Power Of A Decided Heart
I had lunch with an old friend recently who shared with me a heartbreaking story of how she had her heart broken. Apparently letting a man in close proximity to her before really getting to know him, she got burned. Pretty crazy, right? Not really, it happens quite...
Honing In On Self-Actualization
Self-actualization - the need to be fully alive or achieve the full meaning of life. It's Abraham Maslow's final level of psychological development for an individual. I"m guessing some people achieve it without ever knowing what it's all about, while this place of...
Achieving Diversity Through Unity
Achieving diversity in any group requires us to "grow outside the box." We can get there by showing hospitality to visitors who want to join in. The Bible encourages us to do this, being receptive to all people, including non-believers, coming into the church. Should...
The Top Reason To Stop Making Excuses And Focus On The Most Relevant
Recently I got super busy. This is a good thing, but it leaves me feeling down in a way as I don't feel as close to the Lord. Whenever I get really busy I have to be more intentional about deciding how I'm going to spend my time. Sometimes, that makes me feel bad......
How You Will Know When It’s Time For A Change
Life change can be super scary. I'm not going to kid you and try to convince you otherwise. I think that's why we're often so resistant to change, because it requires a leap of faith. It leaves us in an uncomfortable place called vulnerability. Change takes guts,...