The Chicken Exit
Anyone who knows me is aware that I absolutely hate rollercoasters. I never figured out why anyone would enjoy being strapped down into a seat, whisked away at an ungodly speed and looped upside down,...
View ArticleCourage For The Journey
Last year I did a sermon series using the characters from the Wizard of Oz. Dorothy represented the lost who needed to find their way home (Luke 15), the scarecrow represented those who needed a...
View ArticleYou’re Not Qualified
Bob walks into the interview confident, dressed to impress, and assured of the outcome. He has prepared for this moment. He has worked in this field for years, honing his skills and abilities. He...
View ArticleThe Testimony of Four Tires
I am a simple guy who learns lessons from simple situations. Last week, I had to buy new tires for my car. I had a choice of tires, but, trying to be frugal, I went with the cheaper set. The set I...
View ArticleWhen Friends Hold You Back
Years ago, a parent asked me to check on her son Andre and his failing grades in two classes. In preparing to meet with the young man, I reviewed the two “F’s” on his progress report. I knew that...
View ArticleTo Be a Great Leader, Learn How to F.O.L.L.O.W.
Recently I took part in a session on mentoring presented by the San Antonio chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. The fraternity focuses on achievement and hosts a number of opportunities for...
View ArticleOut of Order
Have you ever stood in front of a vending machine, mouth watering, taste buds tingling for that candy bar, bag of chips or honey bun (okay, maybe that’s just me)? You put your money in, make a...
View ArticleSigns You’re Growing Up
Up until recently, it had been a ritual for our family to dine out on Sunday afternoons. Now my wife cooks and we as a family are able to sit down together and enjoy each other’s company over a good...
View ArticleIndependently Dependent
I will never forget when I purchased my first bluetooth earpiece. I really thought I was something special walking around with that gadget hanging out of my ear. It simply amazed me how I could set...
View ArticleLook Both Ways
Like most responsible parents, my mother spent considerable time teaching me to look both ways before crossing the street. At the time, my main concern was avoiding those big, speeding cars driven by...
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