The Purpose of This Email

A colleague of mine often begins his emails with the phrase "The purpose of this email…". This simple direct approach to communication helps me focus as I read his message. This morning sitting down with my cup of coffee to spend time with God, I asked...

The Seal of Approval

In the early 20th century, the Good Housekeeping Magazine initiated the Good Housekeeping Seal of Approval. This seal of approval protected against misrepresentation by food suppliers. This endorsement affirmed that a product...

The Sin of the Desert

A story is told of a Bedouin shepherd's response to the persistence of a man telling him about Jesus. The shepherd said, "I understand why you are persistent. You do not want to...

He Chooses the Unexpected

To whom does God turn when He wants to accomplish His work? When I look for a new employee, I consider education, work experience and character. This is a good practice. However, God often chooses the most unexpected people: Unsophisticated farmers like Amos, Shy,...

Seeking Wisdom and Power

With the world seeming to increasingly spin out of control, seeking wisdom about and power over the events in my own life sounds like a good idea. However, I often find myself in more distress as I use my own wisdom and power to manipulate the issues of my day. Is...