Priming the Pump

I have been thinking a lot about gratitude and the immense impact it has on our life. Giving thanks affects our thinking, our attitude and our spirit. Our culture seems to be bent on constantly reminding us of what we do not have. Everywhere we turn, marketers tell us...

Are You Following Jesus?

Do you have a favorite Olympic sport? One of mine is swimming. Katie Ledecky is the new phenom in swimming with an astonishing 14 Olympic gold medals, including 9 gold. She is now the most decorated American woman in the history of the games. Her feats remind me of...

Simon the Zealot

This week we wrap up our series on the 12 Disciples. It’s been a fascinating series. If you’ve been counting or keeping track, this is not the 12th week of the series for a couple of reasons. First, we spent an extra week on Peter, as he lived a rather decorated life...

When You Feel Invisible

Some of you remember the hilarious movie “Mrs. Doubtfire” where the late Robin Williams wanted to see his kids so badly after a painful divorce, that he brilliantly dressed as an elderly woman and applied incognito to be their nanny … just so he could spend time with...