Have you ever caught yourself saying, “That’s just who I am”? Maybe it came out after a heated argument, or when you shut down emotionally, or when you kept repeating a habit that deep down you knew was not helping you. I have heard those words many times, and I have said them … [Read more...] about The Godly Pivot
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Harnessing the Power of a Midlife Crisis
How to Recalibrate Without Burning It All Down For as long as I can remember, I have heard about an ominous mystery lurking in the shadows, like a lion waiting to pounce, ready to derail people's lives, families, and marriages. It was a mystery to be feared as much as … [Read more...] about Harnessing the Power of a Midlife Crisis
You Can’t Change Other People—Here’s What You *Can* Do
We can’t change others. We can’t, and we shouldn’t want to. I know—you may be thinking, If you knew so-and-so, you would change your mind about trying to change people. But regardless of whether someone else needs to change or not, it is not our job to do it. Besides, if … [Read more...] about You Can’t Change Other People—Here’s What You *Can* Do
Chasing Success: From Ego to Humility
It’s funny how the things that once helped us—really helped us—can later start to hurt us. I used to think my drive and ambition were just part of who I was. Necessary, even. And for a while, they were. They got me through a lot. But somewhere along the way—probably without me … [Read more...] about Chasing Success: From Ego to Humility
Reclaiming Emotional Strength In a World That’s Always Spinning
We live in a crazy, turbulent time in history. The dream of getting away from “unprecedented times” feels like a cruel mirage. God never promised easy. He just promised He would be with us. Regardless, I can’t be the only one who’s been wondering … [Read more...] about Reclaiming Emotional Strength In a World That’s Always Spinning
Finding Joy When You’re Bent Towards Dread
I'm normally a pretty joyful person without much effort. Sometimes, however, during different seasons of my life, I find myself leaning towards the negative side. Like a moth to a flame, I find my brain scanning for things to be dreading. The ever-evolving list of "what … [Read more...] about Finding Joy When You’re Bent Towards Dread
