When I imagine a strong, effective leader, one image comes to mind: my father. I remember many circumstances where he was confronted with extremely emotional teenage girls but responded with grace and patience. At work, he dealt with unhappy employees and stressful situations daily, but never let that influence his…
Read moreFar too often I find my mind is a battle field – faith and doubt warring in my heart. One of my memory verses is Psalm 32:7: “For You are my hiding place. You protect me from trouble. You surround me with songs of victory.” I sometimes say it…
Read moreHow many times in life do we think we have everything figured out? Do you think that way too? I know I have felt I knew best many times throughout my life and that I just KNEW what the outcome of certain events would be. I can think of several examples…
Read more“And Jesus went away from there and withdrew to the district of Tyre and Sidon. And behold, a Canaanite woman from that region came out and was crying, “Have mercy on me, O Lord, Son of David; my daughter is severely oppressed by a demon.” But he did not answer…
Read moreI Believe… That we should celebrate everyday, for everyday is a gift from God. I Believe… That we are responsible for what we do, no matter how we feel. I Believe… That either you allow God to control your attitude, or it controls you. I Believe… That it’s taking me…
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