Our reactions to the trials and stressors of our life are a key determinant of our emotional and physical health. It's not the events or the relationship issues that have a detrimental impact on our health, it's our interpretation and perception of them. In most days of our … [Read more...]
The Valleys and Mountaintops of Life – Your Faith and The Tour de France – Psalm 23:4
Annually, I enjoy watching a few stages of the Tour de France, especially the stages that are held in the Alps. The scenery is magnificent and the athleticism required to complete these mountain stages is phenomenal. Today's 200.5 kilometer-long 18th stage will end on the … [Read more...]
Faith Prepares Us for the Big Games of Life – Weekly Devotional – 1 Peter 1:7
March Madness Many of us enjoy watching what happens on the basketball court during March Madness, the annual NCAA basketball tournament. This year's tournament, that started on Thursday, has seen several favored teams lose in either the first or second rounds. Some of you … [Read more...]
Health Devotional: Hebrews 12:2-3 The Pain of Olympic Athletes and The ‘Races’ of Your Life
I really like watching the Olympics, whether it be the Summer Games or the Winter Games as are going on now. Watching this year's events is extra special because I had the good fortune of visiting Whistler, British Columbia a few years ago to speak at a conference. It's truly … [Read more...]