Not Just Another Christmas
Have you ever looked back after the presents have been opened, the food has been eaten and think, I wish Christmas had been more? Each year Christmas comes with great anticipation: Expectations of wonderful time with the family and friends. Excitement about the gifts you’ve bought for each loved one. A hope that the family […]
Keeping Christ in Christmas
Christmas season brings blessings and gifts. It’s a special time to reflect on Jesus, his birth, and what he has meant to the world. His words resonate even more deeply during Christmas. Unfortunately, the reason for the season gets lost in commercialization. Black Friday, Cyber Monday and endless holiday shopping are fun, but they blur […]
Making Dreams Come True
If you have a dream and know it’s worth pursuing through prayer and contemplation, you’re on the right track. But you need to take action for it to come true. Your commitment, passion and continued prayers will chart a course for change. Good things can happen when you take action for your dream to come […]
How to Simplify Your Christmas Experience
I believe the best way to simplify your holiday season is to embrace tradition. Stop for a moment, close your eyes with me, and think back. What do you remember from holidays past? You remember the simple things—the traditions, food, fun and family. Traditions are important because memories are what hold relationships together. This Christmas, […]
Prayer Empowers Your Family
Putting a time of family prayer into your schedule is vital as you prepare the holidays. The next 60 days, leading to Thanksgiving and Christmas, can make a big difference in your life. I am convinced that your family will enjoy more closeness in your relationships when you are intentional about your prayer life. God […]
Truth vs. Pop Culture
Pop culture’s impact on marriage has been overwhelming, but should it alter your thinking of what’s right in your relationships? Many of you want to rise above the tide of pop culture and wave of degrading messages in the media. Is the answer as simple as turning off television and restricting Internet? Make an intentional […]
