Here’s a powerful truth for you: When there is no faith for the future, there is no power in the present. Our ability to thrive in the here and now is directly tied to our belief in what lies ahead. Without that hope, our effectiveness diminishes, leading to struggles and obstacles in our daily lives. […]
Are you stuck in the cycle of excuses? Whether you’re young or seasoned, it’s time to leave behind what I call The A/J excuse – the Abraham and Jeremiah excuse. Look at what Jeremiah said when God called him: Jeremiah 1:4-7 (NIV) The word of the Lord came to me, saying, “Before I formed you […]
Don’t let unmet expectations crush your hope. When we set our sights on a specific outcome that doesn’t pan out, it’s easy to feel frustrated and hopeless. Expectations can be a powerful force, but they can also derail our emotional well-being if we don’t handle them properly. Many of us struggle when our expectations don’t […]
You may be wondering, isn’t it negative to expect problems? Shouldn’t we be optimistic and believe nothing will stand in our way? Well, if you want to progress in life, expect some resistance. Let me explain why. Resistance is a normal part of the journey towards success. It’s like a test that proves how determined […]
I want you to think about a slingshot. Imagine yourself holding that slingshot, ready to shoot something powerful out into the world with incredible force. But here’s the secret: it must be stretched and tensed before what is in it can fly. The further you pull back without breaking it, the farther it will go. […]
Prepare to be inspired by the incredible story of John David Crow, a former Texas A&M football player. Back in the day, he played under the legendary Bear Bryant, a demanding coach known for his intensity and winning spirit. One day, the press showed up to watch a practice with Texas A&M, and Coach Bryant […]
Raise a hand. Step forward. Volunteer yourself. Take the initiative to show love. You can’t truly love others while looking to be loved. It must come from a place of selfless ambition. Pour yourself out, not expecting anything in return. This is unconditional love. It’s not a matter of manipulation or recognition. A volunteer, by […]
How to Build Spiritual Toughness During Hard Times As Christians, we are not immune to facing trials in life. In fact, the Bible teaches us that we will face suffering and hardships in this world. Yet, many of us struggle to maintain our faith and hope in God when we face adversity. It’s essential that […]
In the Old Testament, the Israelites set up memorial stones at certain locations to help them remember what the Lord had done in that place. We too need to create reminders for ourselves, lest we forget God’s gracious provision. Joshua 4:20-24 (NIV) 20 And Joshua set up at Gilgal the twelve stones they had taken out […]
Have you ever seen something that just didn’t make sense? How about finding two things that really don’t go together? Here is a list of oxymorons (incongruous expressions) that I came across. How many do you use in your everyday conversation? These phrases may sound contradictory, but there is nothing more contradicting than a grumpy […]