August 29, 2010

Thought for the Day – Luke 13:32-33 on Distractions

He replied, “Go tell that fox, ‘I will drive out demons and heal people today and tomorrow, and on the third day I will reach my goal.’ In any case, I must keep going today and tomorrow and the ...

August 22, 2010

Thought for the Day – Psalm 127:4 on Letting Go

Like arrows in the hands of a warrior are sons born in one’s youth.” – Psalm 127:4 (NIV) It’s the rainy season. It may look warm and dry where you are, but take a closer look at the faces ...

August 15, 2010

Thought for the Day – Proverbs 19:8 on Inquisitiveness

He who gets wisdom loves his own soul; he who cherishes understanding prospers.”– Proverbs 19:8 (NIV) Recently, I met with a CEO to explore whether our consulting firm could help his firm launch a new offering they were bringing ...

August 14, 2010

Useless Convenience

Recently, my wife, Anna, presented me with a gift: a new stereo for my car. Having gone without a functioning stereo system for awhile, I warmly welcomed it and couldn’t wait to it get installed. It had all the ...

August 13, 2010

The Intentional Man Workshop: September 17-18, 2010

Over the course of my life, I’ve discovered a consistent truth about me. I’m strong on desire and often weak on execution. Perhaps that’s what Jesus meant when He said the ‘spirit is willing, but the body is weak’ ...

August 8, 2010

Thought for the Day – Psalm 34:1 on Praise

I will extol the LORD at all times; his praise will always be on my lips”– Psalms 34:1 (NIV) We sang of my favorite songs in church today: O Come Let Us Adore Him. Perhaps as you read the name ...

August 1, 2010

Thought for the Day – 1 Peter 3:15 on Responding to Others

Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect.” – 1 Peter 3:15 (NIV) There’s much to consider in ...

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