Lead Through It

I have watched people I admire lead in times of great personal pain or loss. It’s hard to imagine being in the spotlight in the middle of deep suffering. When I see great leaders, lead through deep sorrow, it reveals to me that there is great depth of character and faith below the surface. A…

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Protection Plan

During this pandemic, there have been many strategies and models of flattening the curve. The shelter in place really diminished the spread of COVID-19 for sure. It now seems to me that the pendulum has moved too far in the other direction. I think we should still have a plan of protection and prevention for…

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Advice

Over the years I have received a lot of unsolicited advice. There are times when I have to consider the “source” of the advice. Some people think they are the smartest and wisest person in the world. If you don’t believe me, just ask them! Good advice is when someone else has experienced what you’re…

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Restraint

There are so many times when I want to say what is on my mind. There have been other times when I want to strike back at someone who’s brought harm to me. I’ve picked up some wisdom from some great mentors over the years and they’ve taught me what it means to have great…

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Following In The Midst of Fear

I must admit that there have been times when I’ve been afraid of what will happen next. As we’ve walked through this pandemic, I have experienced some fear. I haven’t been paralyzed, but I’ve been fearful for the health of family and friends. My faith has definitely helped me overcome so much fear. FEAR is…

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God Will Make A Way

I am thankful for creative thinking and creative ideas. I love observing people who are creative. I try hard to be creative and I think I am to a certain level. There are those who just blow right past me in the creative department for sure. I was reading about David and his estranged relationship…

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