Alive and Active Life

When you come close to finishing a very demanding task, how do you feel? Ready to drop? Overwhelmed? Proud of yourself? Hopeful for good outcomes? Frankly, you probably feel tuckered out. This content explores seven strategies of rest to finish something well. Interestingly, you’re nearing the last quarter of the year! Read More …

Do ostriches stick their heads in the sand?* I’ve heard so . . . but that seems like a terrible predicament. Besides a very strange site – butts up and no heads, it doesn’t seem safe. Particularly, if seeking protection from a threat. Actually, it’s silly. Really, the unthinkable response. Read More …

Have you asked yourself – why take communion? I remember even as a youngster, I wanted to understand the bread and cup. But honestly, I did wonder why the bread was so “itty-bitty.” And the cup was barely a taste. Don’t you remember sticking your tongue into that tiny cup to lick every drop out when you were a kid? Nevertheless, it was clear to me as a child – communion is not a meal, or even a snack. Rather, it’s celebrating a precious sacrament – and remembering. Read More …

Have you ever experienced identity issues? Actually, it’s quite common. In other words, you’re not alone. Today, we examine – Jesus has no identity issues! Do you? Read More …

You use faith more each day than you realize. Indeed, it’s worth looking at some steps to strong faith. So, did you – Sit in a chair today? Drive your car? Eat lunch?   Well, did you trust your – Chair would hold you? Car could get you where you need to go? Body would energize and promote health from your lunch?   Interestingly, you trusted all this – and so much more – would happen. Read More …