Notice People & Swell the Well
Listening to our friend Kayla Berndt yesterday awed me.
Her passion for the children and families she served this summer in Louisville, KY humbled me.
She found within herself a deep well of love and compassion filled by God.
Her appreciation for the struggles and successes, challenges and conquests of those she met made me think, “Do I notice people? Really notice people?“
I believe that if I cared more for others I think my self-respect and thus my self-esteem would swell as well.
Don’t Fear Love – Pt 3 of 10 – Ten Days Of *Loving* Advice
Want Loving Relationships? Great! But Know This, Conflict Is Inevitable.
Wow many times have I wished that I had listened patiently rather than interrupted Amy? My impatience has ignited more squabbles than anything else in our relationship.
Here’s an example: Amy is explaining something she is concerned about. She doesn’t say it exactly the way I think she should have and rather than let her continue I make slightly sarcastic comment or ask a subtly critical question. I correct her word usage or criticize her about using “always” or “never”.
Beyond Whatever – A Revolution Of Love
I worked the graveyard shift as a desk clerk in suburban Chicago. While the weekend night were often busy late into the night, many nights I had lots of free time. I was confined to a small space in a locked office behind glass. I spoke through a slot below the glass. I exchanged money and passed room keys through that small opening.
Yes, there were lonely, sleepy nights.
Alone I had several options. I watched television. I listened to music. Occasionally I napped. As a newly committed God-follower I spent hours reading my Bible.
I Have What You Want!
I have what you want!
It’s my birthday and I have what you want! And I want you to have it!
I know you may be thinking what’s he got? Does he have that 700 hp Shelby I saw on the Speed Channel? No, I don’t. Does he have my mortgage payment? No, sorry nope. My tuition? My future spouse? My health? My hair back? My fantasy football title? An iPhone? Sorry, none of those either.
I do have a copy of The Truth About Chuck Norris that I’m gonna give away tonight at TreeHouse. But you can buy your own copy.
