God the Initiator
God is the initiator. He’s in control. If something happens, God is directing us. If something doesn’t happen, God is protecting us.
Giving Bucket
I was recently reminded that it is “more blessed to give than to receive” (Acts 20:35).
A Little Goes A Long Way
Like Joseph the Dreamer, saving helps us prepare for what’s to come. It is a virtue that recognizes we don’t need everything today and can steward our resources prudently for tomorrow. If we are wise about saving, then we are wise about living. Of course, there are times when we experience our own droughts, where saving might not be ideal or even possible. This should not discourage us from the principle of saving when we can: get a little and save a little. We don’t know what can happen in the future, but we can prepare for it. The key consideration is that a little bit goes a long way.
Throwing the Right Pitch
I see parallels between pitching and investment decision-making. To determine what pitch to throw, we need to understand, anticipate, and practice.
Movies, Money, & Time
A book recently encouraged me to prioritize the value of time. “An old man said: If you have lost gold or silver, you can find something in replace of what you lost. However, if you lose time, you cannot replace what you lost.” I’m reminded that in economic downturns, we can lose a significant value of our financial investments. Hopefully, it is managed well by someone with a long-term view. But time: that is irreplaceable.
Inflation Pies
My favourite kind of takeout food costs three times more than what it was twenty years ago. This price increase is called inflation!
Alive & Thrive
There is nothing like feeling a deep sense of certitude that we are where we are supposed to be. I believe it is engrained in the human heart, to live a particular calling and mission with its various adventures. It comes down to this: God wants us to be alive and to thrive.
A Bouquet of Coloured Roses
How can we invite Mary more intentionally into our lives this month? This could be a good question to ponder: for she wants us to be close to God and to her son Jesus. She wants us to discover God’s wonderful plan for our lives and for our summer. And she wants us to experience the peace and joy that comes from living in union with God.
The Light Shines in the Darkness
We got married during the pandemic and trucker convoy. We share about our preparation and wedding day experience!
Developing A Personal Growth Plan
Leadership is about growth. We are a work in progress. We never fully arrive at developing our character. One way we can be intentional with our development would be to construct a personal growth plan.