Founder's Blog
The Cost of Forgiveness
I often say, "Please forgive me" so glibly that I give little thought to the suffering my words or actions may have caused others and the resulting cost of forgiveness required of that…
Leading Like a Shepherd
Studying leadership over the years, I have read books by people like Stephen Covey, Peter Drucker, John Maxwell, and others. I learned such things as 7 habits, 5 principles and multiple guidelines…
A Conduit Not A Reservoir
Collecting has always been a part of my nature. As a boy, I used my paper route earnings to collect coins and antiques. Books and papers were cherished and accumulated in piles. Throwing things away…
Obedience before Understanding
In the emergency room I always gathered as much information and data as possible before making a medical decision. This is the methodology of science and medicine. Seeing and understanding precede…
Am I a Pharisee?
Sometimes it is just easier to be a Pharisee—justifying my thoughts and actions as righteous. I can easily point out the good I do and hide the true attitude of my heart—the sin that…
Always Pursuing...What?
Although I do not care much for New Year's resolutions, January 1st found me thinking about my time, energy, and resources, and what to pursue for the New Year. …
Giving vs Receiving
It is more blessed to give than receive. Acts 20:35 NIV …
Safety/Security vs Persecution
Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 5:10 NIV …
Striving vs Answering a Call
Working is locked firmly into my character via German heritage genes and farm work. In fact, I love to work. However, when it comes to following Jesus my work ethic sometimes gets in the way. Hard…
World Peace vs God’s Shalom
Blessed are the peacemakers for they will be called the sons of God. Matthew 5:9 NIV …