by marshal | Jul 21, 2016 | Lessons Learned, Surrender
The intent of God is that I live a life of abiding joy. However, I often find myself living inside the story of my circumstances rather than inside God’s reality. The result is a lack of joy sometimes triggering symptoms of anxiety and fear. The remedy? David...
by marshal | Jul 14, 2016 | Humility, Lessons Learned, Pride
Hubris – excessive pride and a sense of self-importance – is a constant temptation for me. Yet if you knew me well, you would understand that my hubris constantly rubs shoulders with the gnawing question, “Am I good enough?” So what is wrong...
by marshal | Jul 7, 2016 | Forgiveness, Lessons Learned, Truth
As I listened to the story of his journey to Jesus, I was amazed by his nonchalant transparency. As a young boy, he came with his family to North America from an entirely different culture and religious tradition. He grew into an obedient, academically and...
by marshal | Jun 30, 2016 | Lessons Learned, Listening, Rest
While living in Hungary, through an amazing set of circumstances, the President of Hungary made himself available for a 30 minute one-on-one appointment with me. Obviously I made myself available. What could have been more important in my regular schedule than a visit...
by marshal | Jun 23, 2016 | Competence, Leadership, Lessons Learned
Over the years I have read leadership books by Stephen Covey, Peter Drucker and John Maxwell. I learned 7 habits, 5 principles and multiple guidelines – all very helpful. When I need simplicity, however, I look to King David’s leadership style, And David...
by marshal | Jun 16, 2016 | Forgiveness, Lessons Learned
I often glibly say, "Please forgive me" – giving little thought to the hurt caused by my words or actions or the cost of forgiveness required of that person. I have been known to think, "Get over it; I said I am sorry." Such thoughts truly...
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