On Solid Ground

On Solid Ground

by | Jun 9, 2016 | Faith, God, Journey, Spirituality

Leave it to Jesus the carpenter to tell a parable about construction so his followers can better understand life.  Leave it to Jesus the itinerant preacher, who didn’t have to pay a mortgage, buy oil for the synagogue, or manage a church building fund, to explain what...
On Solid Ground

Into the Depths – Part 2

by | May 19, 2016 | Faith, God, Journey, Spirituality

To live our true purpose and truly enjoy our lives, we must relinquish Tip-of-the-Iceberg/Second-Hand Living and venture into the depths.  This is what Jesus did and what he taught his first disciples.  (See Luke 5:3-11) . . . Jesus . . . told Simon: “Put out into the...
On Solid Ground

Balance and Flow – Part 2

by | May 5, 2016 | Faith, God, Journey

Flowing with life is a key to contentment, especially when priorities appear confusing.  Jesus explained this, in the brief story of “Mary and Martha” (Luke 10:38-42). A woman named Martha welcomed Jesus into her house.  She had a sister, Mary, who listened to Jesus...
Whose Rules? – Part 2

Whose Rules? – Part 2

by | Apr 21, 2016 | Faith, God, Journey

As we consider our Rules for Life, we realize what matters to us most.  We also discover greater appreciation for who we are and where we’ve been, so we can determine what our heart is calling us to contribute to the world. Our mission at this point on the journey —...
Whose Rules? – Part 1

Whose Rules? – Part 1

by | Apr 14, 2016 | Faith, God, Journey

Many years ago, I saw a poster which began: “With all your heart, say out loud, I want to live a happy life.  Listen to what you just said.”  I read each subsequent phrase to the end, which said: “Take chances.  Be real.”   Then, I cried. In that moment, I knew. ...