Athletes and Artists
You are supposed to be both. For the masterpiece of your life to truly unveil, it will require the disciplined striving of an athlete and the detailed touch of an artist. In Acts 24:16 the Apostle Paul declared, “I always…
Chris Jackson
Strengthening Faith, Love, and Hope
Chris Jackson
Strengthening Faith, Love, and Hope
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Knight’s Code of Honor
In our recent men’s retreat there was much talk of honor, gallantry, and living as noble, courageous men of God. It got me thinking of the literal knights’ code of honor from the Middle Ages. This code continues to stir my own…
Get busy livin’
Sweet spot. You have one. It’s the place where your unique talents, gifts, experiences, and passions come together in the service and glorification of God. It’s the spot where you feel most like you—you’re alive and engaged and positively contributing…
Study your S.T.O.R.Y.
“The cure for commonness begins with strength extraction.”[1] Thus said Max Lucado in this week’s installment of our summer reading program. What, exactly, is “strength extraction”? It sounds like a terrifying dental appointment with a vigorous, pliers-wielding dentist. However, according…
Which dream?
How well has the American Dream worked out for you? Richard Stearns suggests that the great American Dream ultimately fails because it was never intended to be the end goal for our life. Although we are profoundly blessed to live…