Stepping Out Into Your Calling
“Calling” is one of those words that people interpret in many different ways. Some think of calling as being set apart for ministry; some believe all people have a calling….
Faith and Failure
When leading a job interview, I like to ask something along these lines, “Describe a time when you put a lot of work and effort into a project, and then…
Lies We Believe – Week Five
The subtitle of Mark Batterson’s book Chase the Lion is if your dream doesn’t scare you, it’s too small. In context, Mark is talking about chasing God-ordained and God-sized dreams. When we…
Lies We Believe – Week Four
One of my favorite things to do is help people and organizations find their sweet spot and soar to new levels. Yet far too often, I observe people (including myself)…
Lies We Believe – Week Three
There is a common misconception that fear is the opposite of faith. Based on that faulty thinking, we often feel disqualified and convince ourselves that we are not brave and…
When Less is More – Week Three
For seven years, Midian oppressed Israel. And God’s people lived in fear – hiding out and holding on to what little they had left. In desperation, they cried out, asking…
When Less is More – Week Two
Not too long ago, I was in a season of feeling sorry for myself. I sensed God calling me to a season of deeper prayer, but my prayers didn’t seem…
When Less is More – Week One
The Old Testament tells the story of an ordinary man and his impressive God. Well, actually, it records numerous accounts with this same storyline, but today I want to look…
Influence – Week Two
During a brief encounter in Cuba, Gardenia challenged me to talk to God as a friend and trust Him without reserve. I learned about deep faith, Spirit-led prayer, and boldness…
Influence – Week One
Who are you influencing? It is not uncommon for us to underestimate the impact our life has – for good or bad. The words we say, the steps we take,…