Spiritual Growth

Devotional-style readings to help you grow and develop wisdom as a spouse, parent, friend, leader, and most importantly, as a Jesus-follower.
the “why” of life: purpose statements the “why” of life: purpose statements
Purpose

the “why” of life: purpose statements

I’ve had a life purpose statement for almost 28 years. It’s morphed a few times and is about to morph again, but it’s been there since I heard Ron Blue ask this question:             If…

Are You Giving 100% ? Are You Giving 100% ?
Stewardship

Are You Giving 100% ?

I’ve been convicted to do more for ‘the least of these’. I keep waiting for an investment to come through so I can take on more than just our four Compassion kids. The other day,…

What’s Beyond Surrender? What’s Beyond Surrender?
Prayer

What’s Beyond Surrender?

In mentoring younger men, I find myself talking about ‘surrender’ a lot. The word comes from “Old French” and dates back to the 1400’s. It first meant “to give (something) over” or “give back”. A…

Will You Sing? Will You Sing?
Church

Will You Sing?

A couple of years ago, I met Jan Smith, Justin Bieber’s mentor and vocal coach. Jan said something that’s riveted to my brain. She said “Music gets access to your soul without your permission”. I…

Exposure Cures F-O-M-O… at least for a while Exposure Cures F-O-M-O… at least for a while
The Least of These

Exposure Cures F-O-M-O… at least for a while

On Monday, I laid out a five-step treatment plan for FOMO….the fear of missing out. I said we’re all running around mindlessly seeking “more”, “more”, “more”. If one nice car is good, two is better….

The Cure for F-O-M-O The Cure for F-O-M-O
Walking the Talk

The Cure for F-O-M-O

So, how do I get rid of FOMO? (the fear of missing out) How do I rid my kids of it, since they’re the biggest sufferers today and are going to be the most seriously…

The FOMO Pandemic Is Running Rampant! The FOMO Pandemic Is Running Rampant!
Walking the Talk

The FOMO Pandemic Is Running Rampant!

Once in a while, I’ll go shopping with my wife. Both she and I know we shop best together when there’s a mission to accomplish. I can focus on “let’s find a pair of red,…

The Guy at the Door The Guy at the Door
Influence with Others

The Guy at the Door

Maybe the kingdom of God is like a club. I don’t know much about clubs or the club scene. I’ve only been to a couple. There’s always a line and a guy at the door…