by marshal | Jul 6, 2017 | Importance, Listening, Priorities
The story of Jesus' visit to the home of Martha and Mary has often troubled me. Maybe that is because I identify with Martha. Being a Type A, goal-oriented person concerned with outcomes, impact, and metrics this story seems harsh on anyone trying to get work...
by marshal | Jun 29, 2017 | Importance, Listening
What determines the course of my life? Obviously, it includes such things as the family of my birth, the opportunities and difficulties of life, and my choices. However, the Bible says that something else is more important – the guarding of my heart. Guard your...
by marshal | Jun 22, 2017 | Importance
Why is God's presence so important? Moses knew. He realized that he could not accomplish God's purposes without God's presence. In his incredible dialogue with God, Moses said that he would not go any further on his journey unless God accompanied him, Then...
by marshal | Jun 15, 2017 | Attitude, Importance
In today’s world where cynicism, sarcasm, and edginess are in vogue, “wholesome” sounds rather boring or naïve. I would not want to be thought of as boring or naïve. Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is...
by marshal | Jun 1, 2017 | Importance, Lessons Learned
Without knowing our destination, any journey becomes a series of wandering trails. Stephen Convey, in his book The 7 Habits of Highly Sucessful People, suggests we must "begin with the end in mind"; this is so true! I clearly understand the significance of...
by marshal | May 25, 2017 | Importance, Lessons Learned, Priorities
I am a results-oriented guy. Give me a goal or challenge and I am quick to respond. Pursuing results is often exciting, but can at times be misleading. William Bruce Cameron in his 1963 text Informal Sociology: A Casual Introduction to Sociological Thinking suggests,...
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