It is one thing for your children to respect you because you are their father or mother and they are commanded to do so. But it an entirely different thing for your children to respect you. It is one thing for people to respect you because you currently hold an office of influence in their … Continue reading
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Do more than not die
With the dark pall of the coronavirus hanging over our lives, it is easy to become obsessed with not dying. But you must not forget to keep living. And remember, true living is to contribute and add value and to grow and learn and love and savor the blessings and opportunities that come with every … Continue reading
Toilet paper millionaires
Where’s the toilet paper millionaires? Why didn’t someone corner the market and be ready for this? What about you? This time last month, did you load up on a year’s supply of toilet paper? No? Neither did I. You know why? We had no idea that in a few weeks we’d be dealing with a … Continue reading
Trapped in a moment
You are more than a moment. You are more than this moment. I was reminded of this recently when, in a sermon, I gave a brief review of some of the major events and ordeals that I had seen and lived through. Having been around for over six decades, the list was fairly extensive. My … Continue reading
Two conversations
When speaking with someone, it’s important to remember that there are always at least two conversations going on at the same time. First, there is the topic under discussion… Second, there are the underlying motives, hopes, fears, and agendas from which the person is speaking. Bottom line, conversations are never neutral or limited to the … Continue reading
Uncertain clarity
Remember, you do not have to be certain to provide clarity. Uncertain times are…well uncertain; they bring a level of complexity that often exceed your level of experience and training. The answer is not false confidence and bluster. That will not inspired the thoughtful and it sets up the vunerable for disaster. The answer is … Continue reading
Two kinds of time
The wise person understands there is a vast difference between the time of an event and the event of the time. Both are important. Being on time for an event is a show of respect for others, and a way of honoring the importance of the event. However, knowing the event of the time is … Continue reading
