Vision statements. They pop up everywhere as organizations jockey for position in an ever-changing world. The fourth quarter of the year is prime time for casting those visions, the process of rolling out the latest vision to the folks who…
Ever have to pick out a special gift for the person who seemingly has everything? That shopping experience is quite challenging, isn’t it? We give gifts out of a desire to bless the recipient, to show our love for him,…
Giving and receiving advice represent two potential hidden reefs in navigating life. We must be selective in accepting counsel from others. How well do we know this person? What’s their track record in adulting? In addition, we must weigh the…
Soil makes the difference in our gardening efforts, and heart soil makes the difference in our receptivity to God’s teaching. I relearned the soil lesson in a big way this gardening season. How many of our life-goofs do we explain…