In his courageous battle with cancer, legendary basketball coach Jim Valvano passionately said, “Don’t give up. Don’t ever give up.” We are in a battle. It’s called spiritual warfare. You don’t have to look hard to see that scenario being played out right in front of us on our TV screens. Our peace won’t come …
Good morning! Announcement With schedules changing I have decided to do the Virtual Mound Visit on Zoom once per month. I will not do one today and will start the monthly “Visits” in late September. God doesn’t waste trials, heartbreak, losses and even pandemics to direct each of our lives toward His good purpose. The …
It’s easy to like a person who possesses both confidence and humility. These rare individuals usually lead in a way so that everyone wins. They are open to feedback and have a realistic view of themselves. They stay grounded and possess an attitude of gratitude. “There is nothing noble in being superior to your fellow …
During the pandemic, this is what I’ve seen in our society: fear, anger, and a lack of direction. As Bob Dylan says in “Like a Rolling Stone,” we seem to have “no direction home.” Our people and our leadership at all levels can’t seem to agree on much of anything. We’ve lost our way. It …
It’s better to have a big goal and reach half of it than to have no goal and reach all of it. “Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.” (Proverbs 16:3) Join in today’s Virtual Mound Visit at 11am EST via ZOOM rmd.me/h83nVJQvt1X Or audio only call: 301-715-8592 ID: …
A good friend of mine gave some advice to me several years ago that has served me well when I heed it. His advice was summed up in two words, “go slow.” Important decisions are best made with prayer, deliberation, consultations with wise and trusting friends and then more prayer. It takes more time but …
It is true that “all sin and fall short of the glory of God” (Romans 3:23). But may we never magnify our sins so that in our minds they are too big for God to forgive. Instead, we pray ask for forgiveness and then turn away from the sin and truly repent. There is nothing …
This is good advice from one human to another: “For peace of mind, resign as general manager of the Universe.” (Larry Eisenberg) These are comforting words from Jesus: “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled …
You don’t have to be eloquent or articulate while praying, but it’s very good if you are thankful. “O Lord that lends me life, lend me a heart replete with thankfulness.” (William Shakespeare) “Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts….and be thankful.” (Colossians 3:15) INVITATION: Join in today’s Virtual Mound Visit at 11am …
You are closer than you think! “But now in Christ Jesus you who once were far off have been brought near by the blood of Christ.” (Ephesians 2:13) Keith Madison SCORE International