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 ...

July 26, 2010

Tribute to Anna Gates on our 30th Anniversary

Today marks thirty years since the day my best friend also became my wife. It’s hard to imagine all the things we’ve learned together, the laughs we’ve shared, and the fights I’ve lost. How minuscule the love that propelled ...

July 25, 2010

Thought for the Day – Genesis 22:3 on Trust

Early the next morning Abraham got up and saddled his donkey.”– Genesis 22:3 Early risers have always impressed me, I guess because I’ve never been much of one. It’s good progress if I get going by 7 a.m. So ...

July 11, 2010

Thought for the Day – Psalm 62:8 on Refuge

Trust in him at all times, O people; pour out your hearts to him, for God is our refuge.”– Psalm 62:8 One of the things that first fascinated Anna and me about Minnesota when we moved here from Colorado were ...

July 4, 2010

Thought for the Day – Galatians 5:1 on Freedom

It is for freedom that Christ has set us free.”– Galatians 5:1 (NIV) Independence Day! All across our country Americans gather today for a traditional time of celebration marked with parades, barbecues, family outings, sporting events, and, of course, ...

June 27, 2010

Thought for the Day – Ephesians 3:12 on Confidence

In him and through faith in him we may approach God with freedom and confidence.”– Ephesians 3:12 (NIV) As a business consultant for over 15 years now, I’ve learned that successful consultants possess two important attributes. The first, not ...

June 20, 2010

Thought for the Day – Psalm 27:10 on Father’s Day

Though my father and mother forsake me, the Lord will receive me.”– Psalm 27:10 (NIV) Father’s Day is traditionally a time of family gathering, laughter and attention-giving to the household hero. I like it. It’s one of two days ...

June 13, 2010

Thought for the Day – Zephaniah 3:17 on Anxiety

The Lord your God is with you, he is mighty to save. He will take great delight in you, he will quiet you with his love, he will rejoice over you with singing.”– Zephaniah 3:17 (NIV) When our children were young and afraid ...

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