Past experiences often color our ability to anticipate goodness. I was fortunate as a child to have a great upbringing. There were triumphs, lots of space to play outside for hours, and a variety of friendships in the neighborhood, at church, and on ball teams. There were also knocks and...

Faithful people are anchored in God’s faithfulness. God’s faithfulness gives us a place to find rest. We depend on Him showing up, carrying out His promises, and being true to Himself. God’s faithfulness pulled the scarlet thread of redemption throughout Scripture. Human beings did not pass the baton to each...

Dignity. Significance. Being worthy. We long to know that life has meaning. All of us want to know that we matter. We suffer when we do not realize our importance in this world. The living God of the universe helps us begin to grasp our significance. A dignity which has...

Ever been the person people wait on to make a decision? “We’ll go to Chuy’s for dinner if you agree.” “The beach or the mountains? You decide this year.” Maybe it has to do with a purchase, the subject for a group presentation, or making a hire. The wait begins...

Everyone desires positive change. We like to picture ourselves moving up and to the right on the trajectory of life. Some of us just want a little polish and buff. Some of us want a full makeover. At this time of year, people often state their intentions through resolutions. Keeping...