Laundered Mistakes

Laundered Mistakes

I used to hide behind the façade of perfection. I longed to be “error-free” in every area of my life. As I went about my days interacting with those around me, I made plenty of mistakes. I said the wrong thing. I reacted instead of responding. I judged. I was critical...
You are the Answer

You are the Answer

Stop. Pause for a moment. Take a breath. If you are reading this article, chances are you are seeking something. Perhaps you need encouragement, direction, hope or conviction. Perhaps you seek a better or deeper understanding of God and His Son Jesus. I do hope, no...
Kindling the Fire of Change

Kindling the Fire of Change

The dawning of the fall season is upon us. With fall comes fire. If we are honest for a moment we all know that guy who thinks he is a great fire starter. You know, I am talking about that guy who walks through his 25-step process to get a roaring fire. And then he...
Obedience Above Perfection

Obedience Above Perfection

I walked into my daughters’ room this morning to inspect that her chores were completed before heading out the door to school. I walked in, flipped the light on and said, “well, her bed is made…sort of.” Just as the words left my mouth there...
Change of Trajectory

Change of Trajectory

My life was on a path. I had a clear and predictable life plan. I like plans. I like knowing where I am headed. And I like being in control. I don’t know if you can relate to any or all of these statements or not, but I trust you can on some level. And I trust that at...
A Dull Axe

A Dull Axe

In my efforts as an entrepreneur to grow my businesses it occurred to me; I carry a resentment toward those in my life who seem to have a crystal-clear road paved for them. I hold a resentment toward those who seem to have opportunities knocking down their door with...