Expectations

Expectations

We all have expectations – of ourselves and others. It is far easier for us to expect more out of others than we expect out of ourselves. However, the best use of our expectation is on ourselves. My friend Zig Ziglar said, “What you make happen for others, you...
What Christmas Means to Me…in 9 Words (Part 4)

What Christmas Means to Me…in 9 Words (Part 4)

As we end this blog series, “What Christmas Means to Me…in 9 Words,” we are two days until Christmas morning. I encourage you to take the time to reflect on the nine words and what they represent for the true meaning of Christmas. The first six words were blog entries...
What Christmas Means to Me … in 9 Words (Part 3)

What Christmas Means to Me … in 9 Words (Part 3)

Today we continue the blog series I am calling: What Christmas Means to Me … in 9 Words. Why 9 words? I specifically chose 9 words (among many) that tell the meaning of Christmas. These words, when added to a sentence, help us to really understand the message of...
What Christmas Means to Me in 9 Words (Part 2)

What Christmas Means to Me in 9 Words (Part 2)

There are many words that can be used to define or tell the story of Christmas. I specifically chose 9 words to share with you this week that tell the meaning of Christmas. These words, when added to a sentence, help us to really understand the message of Christmas....
What Christmas Means to Me…in 9 Words (Part 1)

What Christmas Means to Me…in 9 Words (Part 1)

Life comes in words…words become sentences…sentences become messages. The messages we give and the messages we receive from others create our life experiences. The experiences we go through and hopefully, that we grow through, become our life lessons. Some...
Focusing on “What Matters Most” this Season

Focusing on “What Matters Most” this Season

It’s easy to give meaning to the wrong things in life. It’s easier to give meaning to the hurts in our lives than to the healing of Jesus Christ. It’s easier to give meaning to the problems in our lives than to the solutions God brings us through His Word. It’s easier...