What is reality? What is your reality? Is there a difference? It seems like the answer should be simple, right? Reality is often defined as, “the world or the state of things as they actually exist…” When we define our reality, it would seem plausible that my reality would be the same as your reality…
The New Year is upon us and we enjoy that temporal landmark that offers the promise of making something better in our lives.And, if we are honest, we know it must be possible to reach the dreams we have set for ourselves. Inside, maybe deep inside, our heart tugs at us to make a change…
Well, it’s Christmas season and many family members are flying into town to hang out for the holidays.And, like most families, there are going to be relatives that don’t get along. You will endure the one sibling that has always annoyed you. The obnoxious aunt. The uber-religious lady. The squabbling, the fights, the strong opinions…
Recently, I decided to produce the audio version of my book, “Just Some Good Thoughts…” I hired the most excellent narrator who masterfully wove his voice into my narrative. As part of the publishing project, I needed to listen to the audio files and suggest edits if needed. As I listened to the chapters, I…
There is a universal falsehood circling the globe that purports God sometimes does bad things to people. The whole idea behind “living right” is this notion, albeit false notion, that God sometimes punishes people for wrong doing. Some folks say that when you have been blessed, God could somehow take it back. It’s like people…
Nothing can make you bristle like the “O” word. I pose this question tonight, not because I am seeking to find you out, but rather so you can find out. Often when believer types think of obedience, their minds turn straight to obeying the rules, known as the commandments. In a general sense they sort…
What I’m going to share with you tonight will lead you to a lifetime of freedom, if you want it. Just grace. As simple as that. For a word we use so often in our lives, you would think we would understand it more. We say grace before a meal. We offer grace in our…
Have you ever gone on a vacation? First you eagerly anticipate it, then you dream about what you are going to do when you get there. Finally vacation time begins. What is the first thing you do? You turn on your vacation mindset! All required tasks to be completed, put on hold. All stress and…
The above title may appear intuitive and certainly not worthy of a blog. However, I would have to disagree in that there appears to be a dearth of people actually making the connection. People spend the day engaged in dark, negative thoughts and then report feeling depressed. Folks run all manner of fearful considerations through…
I think it is important to understand that life is a journey. Each one of us is on a grand journey of discovery. We have been given one short life to enjoy now and part of that joy comes from the experience of living. None of us have perfected it or maybe not even come…