“Regrets, I’ve had a few, but too few to mention” are the famous words Frank Sinatra sang in, “My Way.” In my life, I’ve had more than a few regrets, but I can’t look back at who I once was… I need to look ahead as to who I strive to be. Once we hand ourselves over to Him, Christ …
Side by Side – Day 32 “Can’t Stop”
Yesterday we talked about persecution. We had to answer a question of how we respond when people challenge us. We continue on with this theme in our readings at this point in Lent. So today, I am asking you to keep pushing forward despite any judgment or questioning of your personal restoration. You are growing, you are changing, and while …
Side by Side – Day 31 “Persecution”
When you commit to living a life of faith, there will be haters. People who want to tear you down or even harm you for loving Jesus. This has happened since forever… so we shouldn’t think today’s times are any different. It does make you think though… are you willing to stand up for what you believe, or does it …
Side by Side – Day 30 “Why?”
This big buzz word in business development right now is “Why.” Organizations are reminded that people have to understand why you are in the business you are in and what makes you different than everyone else. In consulting I especially remind ministry leaders to make sure your ministry is not about what you want, instead make sure it is about …
Side by Side – Day 29 “Abba”
I believe that there are certain words we use that call us into a deeper level of spirituality. One of those words is the name Jesus utters for His father in heaven, “Abba.” Author Brennan Manning wrote, “My identity as Abba’s child is not an abstraction or a tap dance into religiosity. It is the core truth of my existence.” …
Side by Side – Day 28 “Pick Up Your Mat”
Jesus does for us what we can’t do ourselves. When we are paralyzed by decisions, struggles, and real pain, we must cry out to Christ and ask Him to wash over us with His living water. Every miracle Christ performed during His ministry was mind blowing to those who were witness. He wants to do the same for you. Ask …
Side by Side – Day 27 “Too Young to Die”
I was convinced I was going to die young. I am still young so I hope that is not true physically, but it has already happened spiritually. God knew me before I was born and in the time I pushed aside His love for a worldly life, He taught me to die to myself so I could let Him increase …
Side by Side – Day 26 “Happy Easter!”
Happy Easter!… No, you haven’t gone to the wrong reflection. Even in our Lenten journey we have to remain hopeful and recognize EVERY Sunday is a mini Easter. My family still has dinner every Sunday with my mother. I am the youngest of three boys (51, 49, 44) and have a sister who is 32. Yes, we still all come …
Side by Side – Day 25 “Humility”
We are now 25 days in to our Lenten journey. The simple fact that you are reading this means you are doing an amazing job… even if this is the first reflection you have stumbled upon after a while. Be thankful for your ability to desire growth in your faith life. Now for the reality check… you’re not great just …
Side by Side – Day 24 “Crazy Little Thing Called Love”
Love makes us do crazy things doesn’t it? Especially if it is pure. We all have the ability to witness those in relationships who have lived their vocation to love in good times and in bad, in sickness and in health, with death being the only thing to make them apart. I’m a hopeless romantic who loves to see the …