Over the past few days I've been reflecting on how I might simplify the message I've been writing and speaking about. My thought has been that the more concise I can articulate this message, the easier it will be to explain to others and for them to understand. With that in … [Read more...]
Life, Religion and Our Most Important Relationship – Weekly Devotional – John 15:5
As I prepare to talk to a group of women this Sunday at a church near Charlotte, and review my notes that I'll use and the key points that I'll likely make, I'm reminded again of the essence of the Christian faith. It's about a close relationship with God, through his son … [Read more...]
Who is Your Happiness Coach? – Wellness Wednesday
Today's Wall Street Journal carries an article titled "Thinking Happy Thoughts at Work." The author's corresponding blog post uses the following title - "Workplace Blues? Call a Happiness Coach." "How would you feel if your employer brought in a happiness coach — a trainer or … [Read more...]
Jesus, Peace and Christmas
Writing a short note here today only seems appropriate. I hope that each of you who might read this will take a few seconds and reflect quietly on why December 25th can be such a special day. If you have a personal relationship with God, through His son Jesus, then you have a … [Read more...]
Jesus’ Resurrection Gives Us an Eternal and Adundant Life
We are made whole if we confess with our mouth that Jesus is Lord and we believe in our heart that God raised Him from the dead. (Romans 10:9) This is God's promise in the Bible. We who believe in Jesus, and in what the Bible says about who He is and what He did, will be … [Read more...]
Jesus Died for My Sins … and for Yours
On a hill over 2000 years ago, Jesus shed His blood and died for all of my sins. Because I believe this, I have been made right with God. I also have deep peace, ever-lasting joy and assurance that I will live in heaven for all eternity. Romans 3:22-26 and Romans … [Read more...]
