We moved. Again. Our one year in an in-town Atlanta high-rise led to a city with far more high-rise buildings — New York City. In the excitement, there are a lot of unknowns. And in all the uncertainties I’ve been clinging to a specific verse of Scripture. It’s a verse I’m excited to share with you, for you don’t have to move to a new home or new state to need this verse. Each ... View Post
Way #44 – A new heart for a new life
For years I’d find myself in a circumstance that evoked an attitude I didn’t want to have — one of judgment, frustration and irritation. But this time was different. My thoughts were different. I felt differently. I wasn’t judging and there was no frustration or irritation. This time there was love, peace and release — a release of people from having to please me. I sat there completely stunned ... View Post
To Those Hurting and Our Future Hurting Selves
Several of my friends are really hurting right now. Life hasn’t turned out the way they’d hoped. Their current circumstances are anything but what they want. For some, depression has set in. Their reactions are varied. Some are mad — mad at God. Others are sad, so sad that they’ve lost hope. They’ve lost hope that things will ever change; and in the loss of hope their hearts feel very, very ... View Post
What Do You Need Today?
What do you need today? Wisdom for a decision, or perhaps direction for a project? Love for someone acting unlovely? Joy amidst a trial? Whatever the need, would you be willing to let go of your own resources — whether it's wisdom, determination, willpower, talent, or more — and receive what you need from God? If you’re willing, God has an amazing promise for you in Philippians 4:13: God will ... View Post
Way #8 – Believe God
My car has high performance tires. When purchasing it I gave no thought to the type of tires it had. I simply liked the way the car felt when I drove it. Come to find out, the feeling I liked was largely due to the high performance tires. I've also discovered other benefits. In a major ice storm, I was able to safely navigate treacherous roads while other cars slipped off the road. In drenching ... View Post