There was a time when I was a young mom, and I took cake-decorating classes so I could make wonderful birthday cakes for my family. Fresh from these
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Whenever we want to learn a new skill, we must sacrifice. Athletes must take time to practice individually and with teammates to hone their
Christ calls you to honor your commitments more completely by inviting you to reflect his character of faithfulness, integrity, and love in all
The aspect of team leadership that I have always found challenging is bringing different people together to foster collaboration toward a goal. For
As one of the world’s greatest White Castle lovers, I can vouch for the truth of their current slogan: “The Crave is a Powerful
It is getting close to election time. As such, in the near future, I bet many of us are going to have uncomfortable conversations with friends or
Our world is busy, noisy, and full of constant communication from people, phones, computers, televisions, and radios—the list is endless. It is
The teachings of Christ are profound goals for our living as disciples. On the heels of the Olympics, I can’t help but equate Jesus’ teachings to
This week’s scripture readings invite us to reflect on wisdom, living lives worthy of our calling, and taking the opportunity to
Bitterness and anger are like heavy chains that bind our hearts, preventing us from experiencing full joy and peace. They are often born from deep
When I was discerning my path into ministry, I spent several hours grumbling and wondering what I should do. During one of many conversations
We live in a fast-paced world that pulls us in many directions and relentlessly demands more of our attention, energy, and productivity.
When I was younger, we only had a few TV channels and two major newspapers. The news was presented by simply stating the facts,
“Hard of face and obstinate of heart are they to whom I am sending you. But you shall say to them: Thus says the Lord GOD!” (Ez
What in your life do you still wish Jesus would heal? This question strikes at the center of our human nature, touching on the vulnerabilities and
Who you are today is the result of the many people who have shaped you—parents, friends, mentors, etc. While these countless individuals have
Although obstacles are simply a part of life, we have become a society that needs instant gratification. We find waiting for anything to be