Hiking the Grand Canyon is one of the most beautiful experiences on earth. The views are unmatchable, and millions of people flock there every year to take them in. One thing in short supply when you hike it is water. If you don’t make proper preparations, you will be in big trouble not too far…
Read MoreAre you a person who asks for directions? I’m not the best at that. My wife is really good at it, which means I should listen to her more. She is right a lot more than Google Maps. We got rerouted during vacation this year, and she asked two locals who pointed us in the…
Read MoreDid you have a mother who threatened to wash your mouth out with soap because of the words you were using? I highly doubt that practice is being used today, but back in my day as a child, it was a regular threat. Before you get offended and claim child abuse, you need to understand…
Read MoreFrom time to time I find interesting information that I would like to send along to you. It could be articles or a book that I’ve read that I think will bless you. I call it News You Can Use. Articles: The Church in the United States isn’t shrinkingVertical Destination10 Harsh Realities About Leadership Book…
Read MoreWhen we were growing up, our mothers told us, “if we can’t say something nice, then don’t say anything at all.” Unfortunately, we’ve become a culture that can’t remain silent, so in an effort to say something nice, we have to be a little dishonest. Honesty should be one of the pillars of a Christian’s…
Read MoreAre you the type of person that goes above beyond the call of duty? Do you take pride in doing a good job and get personal satisfaction when it turns out better than you expected? Did you know that God is wanting to go above and beyond what is currently happening in your life? This…
Read MoreOne of the most important things a leader can do is to seek wise advice. Leaders are to surround themselves with wise counselors. These are to be men and women who have the experience and expertise necessary to provide insight. While the final say is with the one in charge, it should’ve never be decided…
Read MoreI watched a TV show the other day of a guy who remodeled a hundred-year-old lighthouse. It had been in disrepair for decades, but he bought it at auction and poured a lot of money to restore it to its glory days. When he was done it was fully functional again. The light that was…
Read MoreBirthdays are a big deal around our house. My kids start talking about their birthday as soon their’s is the next in line. They talk about the party, but it’s really about their gifts. They give us a long list of items they would like to receive as their present. Never once are they made…
Read MoreHow many times has someone told you to be open-minded? I bet it had to do with you being open to a new way of doing things or see something in a new light. Sometimes that can be, and other times, it can be harmful. Ministering with an open mind means that the Holy Spirit…
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