One of the most powerful things about one’s journey is that we have the choice to change paths throughout our lifetime. I believe Jesus has a plan for us and as we make decisions along our journey he guides us. It is our decision if we choose to listen or continue to remain in control of our direction. Some of us are thrown difficult forks in the road, some permanent some changeable. In this lifetime our path and journey are adaptable. Some of the things that happen to us and situations we encounter, our physical and mental abilities, might…
It would be nice if relationships stayed healthy and strong with no need to foster or cultivate positive synergy. However, for most of us, we need to invest some attention to those close to us. Once in the habit of fostering love for those we know, it becomes contagious to those around us. In recent years I have heard the term “secret sauce” used in various places, but the first time I heard it used was by a marketing consultant in Boston many years ago. His strategy is to uncover the business’ special ingredient that makes up its secret sauce…
I learned a valuable lesson about disappointment. Put very simply, despite various disappointments love conquers everything. Having love in your heart doesn’t prevent you from disappointment, but it provides a framework as to where to start and offers a different perspective. It makes it less about me and more about countering the disappointment with kindness. I can be criticized, walked over, or sat on, but because I have love in my heart, there’s something that enables me to get up again. Something that tells me that disappointment doesn’t deserve anger. That something that picks me up is…
Over time we often forget some of the details of our lives. Some things become easier over time as our memories fade. Other things are enhanced by a gentle reminder. Monuments often provide a reminder of important things that have happened in history. As we view the art our minds focus on the events of that time period. It is a gentle reminder of history; a person, event, or era. As I was listening to the Daily Audio Bible the reading touched on the importance of incorporating reminders into our lives. Things that will help us reference important personal events…