My wife and I love to take an occasional stroll on the beach. There’s really not much more relaxing than walking along the edge of the water and watching all the wonderful sights. I especially enjoy watching all the children playing in the sand and building those sand castle masterpieces. The kids on the beach […]
Let Go and Let Grow
“…when troubles come your way, consider it an opportunity for great joy. For you know that when your faith is tested, your endurance has a chance to grow. So let it grow, for when your endurance is fully developed, you will be perfect and complete, needing nothing. ” (James 1:2-4) Trials in life are not […]
Striving to Flourish Like a Palm Tree
My wife and I love the beach. In fact, we will most likely try to find our retirement home near the beach. There’s just something so peaceful about the waves, the cool ocean breeze, and the beauty of the sunset over the horizon. We could spend hours just walking up and down the beach or just […]
You Can Grow Where You Are Planted
One thing I love about beautiful spring weather is it brings the opportunity to finally throw away the chains of winter. The birds sing louder, the sun shines brighter, and everyone just seems happier. On one recent Spring Day, I was enjoying the opportunity to take a walk outside and enjoy the wonderful day. As I […]
Having Faith Not To Grow Weary
Sometimes, life just doesn’t seem fair. We work and work and work and seemingly can’t catch a break. Sometimes, we go through life thinking that it just doesn’t matter what I do–I’m never going to get ahead. We might be working long hours. We might be working two or more jobs. We might be working […]