Taking a stand is becoming increasingly difficult. The reality is that we may be seen as offensive if we do. In a world that seems upside down, it is easy to understand why. Yet, for a “Christ Follower”, this is exactly what is required. In Jesus' day, people also feared that standing up would cost too much. This led many to submit to authorities even when they knew they should stand. The story of the blind man Jesus encountered, where He placed mud on his eyes and told him

When I was in the Navy, my job on board the ship was to plot a course and take fixes to determine the ship's location while underway. The course originally plotted had to be tracked hourly and adjusted for deviations and variations. These could literally set the ship many miles off course if not accounted for. I think the same can be said for our spiritual life and the life of the Church. If we become so focused on where we want to go, we may miss that we have drifted off c

Have you ever wondered what makes a truly great leader? Is it power, authority, or charisma? Or could it be something more subtle, more profound? I’ve been exploring the concept of servant leadership, and I’m excited to share what I’ve learned. This leadership style flips the traditional model on its head. Instead of focusing on the leader’s success, it centers on serving others first. Intrigued? Let’s dive into this servant leadership overview and uncover why it matters toda

The Nature of Self-Importance For me, it is easy to see that self-importance is normal and natural. From the moment I wake up until I go to bed at night, I am consumed with thoughts, ideas, and considerations regarding myself. This self-focus is something many of us experience. This tendency started early on. I wanted to know that others valued me and appreciated my contributions. As I age, I have come to realize, though true, this is not always required. So, what can be done

The roles of men and women are unique, with each being critical to the well-being of the other. Though these roles are designed to be both gratifying and fulfilling, past experiences, pain, and abuse have led to questions about their value. As this occurs, dissatisfaction and disillusionment associated with traditional roles have contributed to the notion that these roles are arbitrary. I am not suggesting there is no merit to this line of thinking. However, I do believe re