The Fight Within

I am not one to pick a fight, but I’m not really one to back down from one either. I’m not proud of that characteristic about me and I’m working on that daily.  I’m learning to pick my battles and let the Lord speak into that for me. He gives me wisdom and insight that…

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Powerful Spirit

I’ve seen the Holy Spirit of God move in power. I’ve seen Him change the lives of people. I’ve also seen people who pretend to have the Spirit of God. I have felt the Spirit of God settle in my heart. I have harmed the Spirit of God because of my behavior in the past.…

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New Leadership On The Way

Our country elects’ officials to terms and they have to run for reelection in order to continue in their leadership roles. This is reflected in corporate America at times in boardrooms at the highest levels of big corporations. In small businesses the founder or owner is often the head guy among many other roles.  Leadership…

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Arrogance

I am not a fan of arrogance when I see it in a person. I try really hard to keep my heart in check against this prideful display. Please don’t confuse confidence with arrogance. Sometimes they are close rivals. Arrogance is a display of superiority or self-importance. (dictionary.com) Confidence is really a belief in oneself.…

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My Past

It feels like a lifetime ago when I was in student ministry. I have some very fond memories from that season of my life. I was in full-time ministry for 20 years. I then pivoted into Real Estate. I still have some rich and rewarding relationship today that came from my years in ministry. I…

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Dumb Decisions

I have made my share of dumb decisions. There times when I’m operating and making decisions with limited information. There are other times, when I simply chose the wrong option. I do think I’m in good company with others, but that don’t always make me feel good. The best decision I’ve ever made was trusting…

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