CONVERSATIONS The older we get, the more we desire control. We want to be able to control our lives, our families, our investments, our future. But looking at myself in the mirror, I’m realizing how little control I really have. I can’t…  Continue reading...

CONVERSATIONS First of all, what is a Christian? A Christian is a repentant sinner saved by grace. One who has acknowledged and accepted that his only hope of salvation is found in the death and resurrection of his Savior , Jesus Christ…  Continue reading...

CONVERSATIONS Here’s a handy checklist when those feelings come: 1. Check your words What words are coming out of my mouth? Are they mostly words of doubt, frustration and defeat? Are they boastful or arrogant words? When we are going…  Continue reading...

CONVERSATIONS:  Which course should I take in College? Should I accept that offer to work overseas? Who should I marry? Everyday we are faced with choices. Some are simple and basic such as what to eat or what to wear. God gave us intelligence…  Continue reading...

CONVERSATIONS:  “For I know that nothing good dwells in me, that is, in my flesh. For I have the desire to do what is right, but not the ability to carry it out. For I do not do the good I want, but the evil I do not want is what I keep…  Continue reading...

CONVERSATIONS “Why did I do that? I’m so stupid!” “It’s hopeless!” “There’s nothing anyone can do about it…” “It’s too late to change anything. . .” “Why can’t I get my act together?” “What's wrong with me??” There are people who feel…  Continue reading...

CONVERSATIONS: “Papa, do I have to??” As a dad of 3 sons, that question had many variations: “I don’t want to go to school! Do I have to??” “I don’t want to wake up early, brush my teeth, clean my room, say I’m sorry, admit I’m wrong,…  Continue reading...

CONVERSATIONS: How do I manage Stress? Eat lots of chocolate!! Haha! Kidding aside, we all face situations that can give us stress. But we can actually leverage stress and use it to our advantage, whether we are young or old. Even the…  Continue reading...

CONVERSATIONS: Whether thinking of the future, attending a high school reunion, speaking before an audience, or making a major decision, we all can experience insecurity on different levels. Insecurity is defined in 2 ways: 1. uncertainty…  Continue reading...

CONVERSATIONS: When I take a walk in the park, or a drive to the countryside, I’m struck by the beauty of nature. God’s artistry can be seen in the blazing bright colors of a sunset by the beach or an awesome deep blue sky and pastel…  Continue reading...