I’m headed out on a weekend trip with some of the teens from our church this weekend. I’m taking some of the guys from our youth group and we are going to a weekend retreat hosted by Ozark Christian College. It’s called Deeper Life. It’s a pretty simple concept. They host high school students on…
Book Review: Breath Of Angel by Karyn Henley
One of my favorite genres to read when I was in high school and college was fantasy fiction. I loved series such as The Lord of the Rings and Dragon Lance. In fact, I still go back and read a bit of this genre occasionally. This week I read Karyn Henley’s book Breath Of Angel. …
Taking A Much Needed Break
We took a break last weekend. As a family. We took a break. And it was nice. I’ve been reading a lot recently about creating margin in your life. I haven’t been actively looking for such a topic; it has just been discussed on several blogs that I frequently read. When you create margin in…
Memorize The Sermon On The Mount – Week 8
I’m posting this section of the Sermon on the Mount a day late. I apologize for any inconvenience. You’ll understand why it’s late when you read this post. I don’t know about you, but memorizing Scripture helps me to have a better grasp of the passage being memorized. I’m seeing things in these verses that…
Creating A Personal Life Plan
Developing a life plan is one of the most important things you can do if you intend to grow. For years, I’ve developed personal and professional goals. And for years, I’ve been hit or miss in accomplishing them. I wasn’t ever sure what was keeping me from achieving my goals; but I was missing something….
Memorize The Sermon On The Mount – Week 7
Moving forward in Matthew 5. This week we’re working on the city on a hill passage. The Sermon on the Mount is one of my favorite passages in the New Testament. I love the simplicity with which Jesus gives such practical advice. Memorizing Scripture is easy. I find it easiest to write out the passage,…