For 25 years I have been part of a singing ensemble. Different members have come and gone but the group has continued on in one form or another and I have remained a part of it, until this year. This year the group finally came to an end. It’s quite odd not to have regular [...]
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4 Things the Seahawks Taught this 12
I am a Seahawks fan. (Don’t let that make you go away – there’s a good application coming!) They became a franchise when I was a freshman in high school, about 60 miles south of Seattle. I was born and raised rooting for the Dallas Cowboys back in their glory days. It was hard moving [...]
Adjustments Along the Way
Earlier this year I got a new vehicle – I went from a sedan to an SUV. There were definitely some adjustments to be made. The simple act of putting the key into the ignition and turning the engine on was no longer one smooth move. It took me almost a week to get used [...]
There’s Nothing Wrong with New Year’s Resolutions
There's absolutely nothing wrong with making New Year's Resolutions. A resolution is simply a firm decision, a determination to change something. Nothing wrong with that... but don't leave it at that. Doing two simple things will take it out of the realm of mere intention: Tie your resolution to the purpose God has for your [...]
When That “Someone Else” Is You
The definition of “better” includes being more pleasing, acceptable, or of greater quality, usefulness, or suitability than something else. While it’s a good thing to be acceptable, useful and suitable – the trouble comes in trying to be better than something else. And, let’s face it, we’re typically trying to be better than someone else. It’s a [...]
Stir the Embers
Whether you are just discovering your purpose or have been on this journey for a while, you know that it’s not always easy or comfortable. You can’t always expect immediate results. You may have had a smoother transition to something in the past, or you may see someone else who seems to have it easier [...]
Don’t Settle
Don’t ever settle for ordinary, average, unexceptional. I’m not talking about the scale, quantity, or fame of your achievement, but rather in the quality and influence of your purpose. Investing in people, building your confidence by stepping out of your comfort zone, and being bold will drive you forward and bring increase. The value of [...]