One Slip of the Tongue

One Slip of the Tongue

White water rafting can be successful or disastrous based solely upon the person steering the raft in the back. With a tiny paddle, the guide can maneuver a boat full of rafters through some rough waters. One small mistake and the raft can flip, and everyone will end...
Walk Your Talk

Walk Your Talk

Nobody likes the person who is all talk. Whether they be the expert on everything or the person who has an opinion on anything, if they aren’t backing it up with action, you lose your credibility. Walk your talk. That is what James tells us to do. Make sure your...
Quick to Listen

Quick to Listen

One thing you can never prepare yourself for as a parent is how much you will repeat yourself to your children. My kids will ask me a question, and I will answer only to have them ask the same exact question a few minutes later. Then I get in trouble for getting upset...
Boast in Our Needs

Boast in Our Needs

When you read this, I will be in Malawi, Africa, visiting the Kondanani Village Children’s home. Malawi is the poorest country in all of Africa. The average person makes $360 per year. Compare that with the average American who makes $55,000. Automatically our heart...
The Best of Times

The Best of Times

Most people wish that things were better in their lives. Either they wish that things were like they used to be, or they are hoping that things will get better. When people feel like it isn’t going to improve, they lose hope and sink into depression. As a Christian,...