Seeing dreams come to pass can be scary. This never fails to surprise me. If they are dreams of mine – or even something I’m hoping for – then why is it intimidating and scary, in addition to being exciting?! I remember a line out of a movie I saw ages ago and the main […]
Encouragement
Do the Work
God is in control, but He doesn’t expect you to lean on a shovel and pray for a hole. This quote always gets me to thinking about what I’m praying about and what I need to take more action on. Be it work-related, in relationships, within the walls of my home, or attitude, I want […]
Highlights of 2023
This year has been a bit of a blur, hasn’t it? I can’t believe we are already rapidly approaching June! What have been some of your highlights of 2023 so far? I can’t help but think that one of the best ways to live with gratitude and intention is to not just show up for […]
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Something to Anticipate
I just love having something to anticipate! Be it seeing a friend, taking a drive to a pretty place, or an interesting book. Having something to anticipate keeps life engaging and interesting. And I think it is important to create these moments in everyday life. Why go through the days uninspired and ho-hum when you […]
Everyday Inspiration
I have a tendency to look for inspiration in everyday things. Be it random quotes, a song lyric, or a book I’m reading. Our life is about so much more than just the here and now. It is important to be constantly improving, serving others, and seeking what God would have us do. The world […]
Relationship Advice
May I share some relationship advice with you? I have no idea where you are in life, but maybe this will speak directly to you. Or perhaps you are well set in your relationships and it’s not really applicable. I share this advice and these thoughts not because I have everything figured out, but rather […]
Pray for Strength
Do not pray for easy lives. Pray to be stronger men. – John Kennedy I read this quote on a t-shirt last year and the message really struck with me – pray for strength. This could be applied to my life – and I’m betting yours as well. Hard times come and they can take […]
Don’t Resist Reality
Don’t resist reality if you want to live your best life. What is reality? What is real and right before you. Where God has you, who He has you working with, what He has you doing, etc. To a certain extent, we can adjust things in our lives. Typically we can change our vocation, choose […]
A Flexible Plan
One area I have had to deliberately work in my life is to have a flexible plan. I like a regimented schedule and I really prefer when things line up perfectly. This is all well and good, but once you enter any unknown dynamics into the plan – other people, for instance – things can […]
How To Grow Right Where You Are
Do you ever wonder how to grow right where you are? I hesitate to use the word “stuck”, but sometimes I can feel, well, in furlough. (furlough in this case meaning at a pause in the middle of things … also, stuck) We all know the import of blooming where you are planted, but how […]