Whose presence are you in?

Have you ever acted differently depending on whom you are hanging around? When I was a university professor, I noticed that students were keenly aware of their language when they were in my office or in my classroom.  Many vulgarities may have entered their minds or...

Flawless

If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be? Some may want to be taller or thinner. Some may wish they lived somewhere else.  Some of you might change your job.  Whether it is a physical, spiritual, or character flaw, it is probably safe to say that...

Distractions

I have never been good at being alone. Ever since I was a kid, the first thing I would do after walking in the door was to turn on the television.  All throughout school, I would turn the radio on when I woke up in the morning would to fall asleep to a movie every...

In the Morning

When I was single, my roommate and I set forth on a plan: to get up early three days a week and work out before our quiet time in the morning.  We weren’t exactly faithful, and I must admit, it is painful to wake up while the sun is still sleeping.  However, once I...

Choose Joy

Choosing joy can be one of the most difficult decisions you make on a daily basis. As you read this now, be reminded that all good things come from the Lord (Through him all things were made – John 1:3).  Many of us have trials in front of us or hard times...

Unashamed

I pray a lot about walking in God’s will.  I pray and ask for him to reveal his calling on my life.  Sometimes, I believe I may be too legalistic about even that.  It’s not always about where we are, but what are we doing where he has put us.  Our primary purpose is...