Life's busyness leads us to make many sacrifices, not least of which is time with those we love. Whether it was trying to provide a better life for my family or avoiding someone who caused me grief. I believed I made those sacrifices with the noblest intentions. In each case, it was always about me and what I thought I wanted or needed. I realize now this caused me to miss the chance to love the people in my life more than I would like to admit. This week, a brother that I ha

I was recently challenged to critique someone I had worked for and to hear their critique of me. This was difficult because I care deeply about the person, and it was unrehearsed and occurred in a room full of people. As an encourager by nature, this challenged me because I never want to be disparaging or hurtful. The free-flowing conversation that followed allowed us both to hear from and be heard by the other. Those who witnessed this honest, open conversation said they wer

In life, most of us share a constant trait. It is the insatiable desire for more. This has nothing to do with how much we have or don't have; rather, it is a yearning that leads us to believe we do not have enough. The question is: why are most of us never satisfied? I believe one of the main reasons is that we constantly compare ourselves to others and come away wanting more. Interestingly, this comparison is almost always to someone who has more, and rarely to someone who h

Most seek happiness in life. We pursue it in different ways. Some are convinced that worldly success and wealth are keys to happiness. Others believe happiness comes from relationships and family. Neither is wrong; the problem is that happiness is fleeting. This is true because happiness can be dependent on what happens to us, while joy reflects what is happening within us. I have come to realize that joy is not found in worldly success or tangible things. It is found when I

Have you ever wondered what makes a truly great leader? Is it power, authority, or charisma? I believe the answer lies deeper. It’s about serving others first. That’s the essence of servant leadership. It flips the traditional leadership model on its head. Instead of focusing on the leader’s success, it prioritizes the growth and well-being of the team. This approach creates trust, collaboration, and lasting impact. Let’s dive into the key principles of servant leadership and