During a turbulent desert war in the Middle East, a spy was captured and sentenced to death by a general of the Persian Army. The general had adopted a strange custom in such cases. He permitted the condemned person to make a choice. The prisoner could either face the firing squad or pass through the Black Door. As the moment …
Now Hiring. How Often Have You Seen That Sign Lately?
Coming out of church on Sunday, another couple joined my wife and me as we went out for brunch. The first two restaurants were closed, which surprised me because they’re known for their brunch. But I shouldn’t have been surprised. I was naïve. I realized that when I read the sign on the door that said, “Closed due to lack …
15 Great Ways to Bust Your Stress Habits (part 5)
My overall theme for the year is BE FREE IN 23. Be free of everything that is getting in the way of God’s and your plan for your life. To finish last year, I gave you 13 different strategies that could bust up any stress habits you might have. You can use those 13 strategies anytime, everyday to BE FREE …
15 Great Ways to Bust Your Stress Habits (part 4)
As I sit in an airport waiting for my plane to return home after being with family members over the holiday, I truly hope you experienced a joyful, heartwarming gathering rather than a ChristMESS. And as I write, they’re playing the song “Tis the season to be jolly” over the speaker system. Unfortunately, as I’ve said in my last three …




