Then Jesus said to them, “Suppose you have a friend, and you go to him at midnight and say, ‘Friend, lend me three loaves of bread; a friend of mine on a journey has come to me, and I have no food to offer him.’ And suppose the one inside answers, ‘Don’t bother me. The [...]
Luke 18:18-30 Everyone wants to live a good life. However, do we all know what is good? The young Jewish ruler who approached Jesus with a question seemed to have everything people want in a good life: education, fame, money, and ultimately society’s approval, as well as the esteem of his peers. He was approaching [...]
A man’s heart plans his way, but the Lord determines his steps. (Proverbs 16:9) My college application was going to be perfect: four years on the soccer team, section editor of the school newspaper, at least one year as an ASB commissioner, and of course, a buffet of classes that included honors and AP’s in [...]
Godly sorrow brings repentance that leads to salvation and leaves no regret, but worldly sorrow brings death. (II Cor. 7:10) Peter was once filled with regret and sadness, leaving him lost and downcast. But after being encouraged and challenged by the resurrected Jesus, Peter was able to recommit himself to Christ and dedicated his life [...]
“Simon and his companions went to look for him, and when they found him, they exclaimed: ‘Everyone is looking for you!’” (Mark 1:36-37) Many professional leaders, executives and managers are working harder with fewer resources every year. As a Christian psychologist and church pastor, I am no stranger to this predicament. The do-more-with-less-and-better culture is [...]
