Overflowing Heart: Invited
“You are invited…” Receiving an invitation to a birthday party, bridal shower, wedding, graduation, baby shower, or retirement is an honor. Just this weekend, my family attended an 86th Birthday party and a wedding. The sense of feeling included and
Overflowing Heart: I am Blessed
Just a little over 29 years ago, two college kids met at a Wesley Foundation and worked together in leading youth at a local church. With stars in their eyes and a clear calling to expand this relationship to marriage,
Overflowing Heart: My Gift
Several years ago, I was diagnosed with Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). For many years, most people who knew me would have noted my tendencies toward ADHD. My constant energy, randomness, and desire to keep moving pointed to the reality
Overflowing Heart: God Protected Me
In the season of Thanksgiving, I am considering two statements: These two prompts will serve to focus The Guide email throughout the month of November as I share my Overflowing Heart. This first installment contains what to some may be
Attribute of a Christian: Generosity
The transformation of Christ at work in our lives turns us from a focus on self to our focus on Jesus. We begin to see the world in new ways and what is important to us changes. We no longer
Attitudes of the Kingdom: Perseverance
I have a book on my shelf entitled Start. The extension of the title includes three statements: Punch Fear in the Face. Escape Average. Do Work that Matters. To create, accomplish, and complete, a person must start. The issue for
Attitudes of the Kingdom: Gratitude
“I wish…” was a common statement in my childhood and adolescence. The words that followed this short statement were often my desire for something else—a different situation, a toy, an experience, etc. My parents, upon hearing me say, “I wish…”
Attitudes of the Kingdom: Self-Control
My college roommate posted a saying in our apartment that stated, “Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, today is a gift, which is why we call it the present.” Each day when I would walk past this sign, I
Favorite Worship Songs: Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus
There is so much to look at when I travel. Whether I am riding in the car or traveling on train, my eyes are constantly taking in the new terrain in hopes of not missing anything. The reality is I