Category Archives: Topic Tuesdays

“I don’t know what I should do.  I only know what I can do.”  And with that one comment much of my childlike zeal over a Sci-Fi hero died.  Of course, when belief in any objective Truth and Goodness is … Continue reading →

Can you imagine trying over and over for 19 years and never experiencing a victory?  You probably can.  Most of us have had our fair share of disappointments.  But the definition of success or reward really depends on what we’re … Continue reading →

Envy and jealousy are as old as Eden and just as destructive today. Even  a few minutes of watching the news will show this is true. So how are those who follow Jesus to respond? This week’s article prompts us … Continue reading →

The greatest freedoms are not secured by complete safety but by the elimination of fear.  Those who know the grace and power of Jesus to forgive, change, and keep His people know that this is true (1 John 3:19-21 and … Continue reading →

Did you know that yesterday (20 March) was World Happiness Day?  And on that day for the last five years, an organization has been ranking the level of “happiness” in 155 participating countries.  Today’s article addresses the search for happiness … Continue reading →

The Lord God Almighty is the master of surprise.  Just when we begin to think we have Him figured out, He throws us a curve ball. I don’t mean that He ever acts out of His character.  Scripture is clear … Continue reading →

Many people define “normal” as their daily experience, because that’s all they know.  What about you?  If you’ve had a broader experience than just one community, you probably know that one family’s “normal” can be completely different than another’s.  Of … Continue reading →

I didn’t watch the Oscars this year, but I did hear about the major goof at the end.  How embarrassing and hurtful that must have been to many who were already on stage. In light of that event, today’s article … Continue reading →

The following is one in a series of weekly non-religious articles on current events.  The articles do not support or criticize the events or positions.  Rather, my intent is to strengthen readers as leaders (parents, supervisors, coaches, mentors, etc.) in … Continue reading →

How would others describe you?  That depends on who’s talking, right?  Not everyone knows us equally.  Nor should they.  The article below is part of “Topical Tuesdays” and part of my weekly email as a Chaplain to my Army unit. … Continue reading →

What does your spirit want versus truly need?  The article below is part of “Topical Tuesdays” and part of my weekly email as a Chaplain to my Army unit.   I offer these non-religious reads to them praying that they will … Continue reading →

Today we’ll consider the appeal of this year’s most popular Super Bowl ad, “Born the hard way”.  The article below is part of “Topical Tuesdays” and part of my weekly email as a Chaplain to my Army unit.   I offer … Continue reading →

The article below is part of “Topical Tuesdays” and part of my weekly email as a Chaplain to my Army unit.   I offer these non-religious reads to them praying that they will want more and might view the hyperlinked Christian … Continue reading →

The article below is part of “Topical Tuesdays” and part of my weekly email as a Chaplain to my Army unit.  I offer these non-religious reads to them praying that they will want more and might view the hyperlinked Christian … Continue reading →

Sounds like a bad movie, doesn’t it? Have you ever wondered why our attitudes toward our loved ones, money, work, etc. waffle between joy and depression, caring and demanding? The problem lies in our ‘theology’ of expectations, and it’s a … Continue reading →