by marshal | Feb 1, 2018 | Integrity, Lessons Learned, Priorities, Surrender
When beginning a spiritual journey, a good question to ask is, "What do you want?" These are the first words Jesus spoke in the Gospel of John to two perspective disciples. Their response to Jesus was somewhat awkward as they asked, "Where are you...
by marshal | Oct 26, 2017 | Identity, Priorities, Surrender
And He said, "Truly I tell you, unless you change and become like little children you will never enter the Kingdom of God. Matthew 18:3 NIV Living in Christ is to change and become like a child who is dependent on God, not on myself or on the things of this...
by marshal | Sep 21, 2017 | Attitude, Love, Priorities
Are you like me in finding it easier to love "Humanity" – the world, rather than loving "humanity" – my brother and sister? In 1 John 3:16, the apostle John points out the need to be ready to give up my life for my brothers and sisters....
by marshal | Aug 10, 2017 | Importance, Priorities, Surrender
Holding on requires letting go. For instance, to pick up my grandson, I must first put down the book that is in my hand. Grasping the things that matter in life requires releasing my grip on the things that don't matter. This same concept applies to my journey of...
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 | 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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