Give to your community, recieve a better life

The Bible does say that it is better to give than to receive but have  you ever thought about what the giver gets in return?  …maybe without even know it? Investing deeply in other people’s lives has an enormous benefit for everyone.  Sounds like 1 Corinthians 13 to me… or the opposite result is when [...]

Community Group and Happiness Connection!

Yet more evidence of the connection between those who are committed to a religious community and their well-being.… Very Religious Americans Lead Healthier Lives Relationship holds when controlling for key demographics by Frank Newport, Sangeeta Agrawal, and Dan Witters This is the third article in a special multipart series on religiosity and wellbeing in America. [...]

A Prayer written by Nancy Norman

What a beautiful day, Lord, full of opportunity. You are who you say you are: The Alpha, the Omega The First, the Last The Beginning and the End The Everlasting Father, the Prince of Peace The Creator, The Redeemer The Father, the Son, the Holy Spirit Life, Light and Love   Thank you for saving [...]

How to take a Nap at Work

Ok, so it’s after the holidays, I’m tired and in the office by myself today.  It’s only 10 am and I feel like a nap.  I probably won’t be napping mind you but if I did (and maybe I should and so should you)… here’s some good advice from Outside Magazine. First off, you’ll need [...]

Why I don’t tell people what I do… at least at first… (and why ministry is important)

I’m re-posting this from “Oversight of Souls” with good reason.  Marilynne’s quote accurately describes what I’ve experienced many times.  It’s an oddity but none-the-less you get used to this sometimes weird interaction.  It is true that at first or down the road, when a person understands that you’re not much different than they are and [...]

Looking for a Bible for Christmas? Look for the ESV Study Bible

The ESV hardbound study bible is the Bible of choice.  Although I preach out of the NIV because that is what most people carry with them to church, you will find the transition to the ESV easy and helpful in your study of the Bible. The ESV Study Bible, the English Standard Version Study Bible, [...]

Technology has it’s limitations – a word to the wise!

“It will change your life”, is the promise of new gadgetry with instant communication.  The reality is it will but not exactly as promised.  Tech always has it’s limitations and buyer or user beware! A good communicator understands the message but also the vehicle that delivers the message.  It may affect the outcome and such [...]