It is so important to understand your values. To have a grasp on what you bring to a situation and also a firm idea of what you value. People have their own ideas of values. Some value homemaking while others value holding a job. It is interesting to step back and better understand the dynamics […]
As a Christian, business looks different to me than it is portrayed in books and best practices. I definitely have an infinite number of things yet to learn, but here are three of the top things I’ve learned as a business owner. Each is important and I list them in no particular order. Though I
Time is such a precious thing. Not something you can buy more of or get back once spent. Once gone, it’s gone forever. Don’t waste your time. This is a constant area I find myself struggling, especially when I get fatigued. I end up scrolling on my phone or clicking away on my computer, staying
I’ve come to the conclusion that it doesn’t really matter what happens to you in life, that’s not what counts. But rather, how you respond to it, that’s what matters. I was thinking about this a little while back. Life happens, some days are harder, others incredibly wonderful, and then others can even come across
You know the saying, too much of a good thing. This eludes to the idea that even good things in excess can be undesirable. This idea came up on the drive to work with my sister today. We were talking about how character qualities we understand to be important can be taken to an extreme
A strong mind is essential to live a life that is filled with confidence in God and a hope for the future. Distractions, frustrations, and sorrow will come and go in life. God is our only guaranteed constant, and it is our duty to learn to surrender our expectations and to step into who He
I’ve got an interesting bit of advice for you today: don’t wait until you’re ready. True, there is a certain sequence that is important to honor God and prepare for what’s coming. But you don’t want to put a hold on life while you wait for feelings to dictate that you’re prepared for what’s next.
What might change in your life if you were to expect the best? When the unanticipated happens, instead of worrying, you believed God was doing something amazing with it? Instead of worrying about other’s responses, you believed that things would come together well? I remember reading Norman Vincent Peale asking if you really believe what
Perhaps you are praying and hoping for something – a friend, a job, a husband, etc. I’m here to tell you, when you seek to get in alignment with God’s will for your life, your yes is coming! I read a wonderful quote the other day that went something like: “If you knew you were
Do you know why I write books and blogs? I want you to find encouragement for your heart and I want these words and paragraphs to feel like a friend that breathes new life into you. I want you to discover God on a new level and feel His presence and love, His mercy and