Attitude and Effort

Last week I posted a quote by Billy Cox – a motivational speaker – on Facebook that read, “The two things in life you are in total control over are your attitude and your effort.” As I’ve contemplated this piece of advice, it has occurred to me that most of us are a...

Tests

I’ve known for many years that God does not tempt us (see James 1:13), but what I am recently realizing is that He does test us.  EEK!!! Bless our God, O peoples; let the sound of his praise be heard, who has kept our soul among the living and has not let our feet...

Fairness

Anyone who has ever told you that life is fair is gravely mistaken.  In fact, to think that our lives will even come close to being fair will set us up for disappointment, disillusionment, and frustration. First of all, when we judge what is or isn’t fair to us…whose...

A Good Attitude

If you ever wonder if you are alone in this world dealing with something that would shock the sweet people around you, fret no more! Within the last week I’ve spoken to precious people dealing with drug abuse, loss of jobs, divorce, spousal abuse, panic attacks,...

Letting Go

Have you ever talked to someone that sounded so angry about a happenstance that occurred eons ago?  Have you ever heard the hurt and anguish gushing out over the past deeds of someone who no longer even exists?  Have YOU ever harbored hatred and resentment for someone...