Gosh, I can't believe I've not posted a reflection since February 2023! Well, actually I can. Once you read this end-of-the-year post, you'll understand. It's not that God has not been speaking, He has. But you know sometimes He's speaking to you and letting you ponder these things in your heart. Anyway, I'm back and ... read more
Reflections
It’s Gotta Be the Shoes
If you grew up in my generation then you are familiar with a popular commercial starring Spike Lee for Air Jordan basketball shoes. Michael Jordan was a celebrated basketball star whose ability to soar over his opponents was phenomenal. In the commercial, Spike says that “it’s gotta be the shoes” as he marvels at Jordan’s ... read more
Light on Your Feet
11 Not that I am speaking of being in need, for I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content. 12 I know how to be brought low, and I know how to abound. In any and every circumstance, I have learned the secret of facing plenty and hunger, abundance and need. 13 I can do all things through him who strengthens me. ... read more
Start with Why
“The angel came to her and said, “Greetings! The Lord is with you; you are very special to him.” Luke 9:28 (ERV) Author Simon Sinek shared his personal theory of how companies think beyond the practical, rational benefits of the products and services they offer by focusing on why. His Ted Talk on this topic has been ... read more
Hide and Seek
As a kid, I was never that fond of the game Hide and Go Seek. I don’t know why. It just seemed a futile activity to me, you know, running around trying to find the perfect hiding spot. Then holding your breath hoping that your breathing would not give away your location to whoever was selected as the seeker. And then the ... read more
Lighten Up
Waiting and patience. These are two areas where God is still working with me. You would think I’d have it by now. It’s not like I haven’t experienced multiple situations in my life that have proven time and time again that His timing is better than mine. Isaiah 55:9 (NLT) says: “For just as the heavens are higher than ... read more