One of the big struggles we as Christians have is figuring out how we can make an impact in our world. Truth be told, many of us are influenced more by the world than we influence it. So how do we live differently in order to impact the world for Christ? In the book of…
Getting older allows one a chance to reflect on our lives. Now that I’m into my sixth decade, it has given me more things to ponder and reflect upon! I remember some of the experiences as a child like learning to ride a bike, my first day of school, getting a driver’s license and eventually…
Have you ever felt desperate? Have you ever been in a situation in life when you were totally and completely helpless and you didn’t know what to do or who to turn to? I can remember doing a funeral for a young father who had been murdered by his stepson. It was a very difficult…
Today is Chinese New Year and this year marks the year of the monkey. Now I don’t follow the Chinese zodiac per se but the whole notion of celebrating a new year is a great opportunity for each of us to reflect on the past and dream about the future. There is a saying that…
I think Christmas can bring out the worst in some people. Now before you get upset, I don’t think Christmas is the issue. I make my comment based on some of the footage of the Black Friday sales. There was so much chaos and violence… all to save a buck or two! Sometimes people who…