When I began The Faith Project I had no idea where the adventure would lead me. In the first post of the year, I shared two basic commandments for the year: To grow in faith and love for God—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; with a desire to be completely devoted to Him in heart, soul, mind,…
This has been a hard month. I knew it would be. Humility was hard. But for me, patience has been harder. It seems like I’ve been challenged and come up short again and again. So, if you’re struggling with where you fall on the patience scale, you are not alone! Here’s a quick recap of…
Ooh, you’re angry. You want to let them have it . . . a full-blown verbal attack. Or even better, you could tell your friends. Really, people should know. It could protect them in the future. And it would feel so good. Because . . . well, this was just wrong and you’re furious! I understand. I’ve been…
Norman Vincent Peale said, “Change your thoughts and you change your world.” I’m not sure I completely agree with that, but I do believe changing your thoughts will change your attitude and that will definitely change your view of the world. So… If you want to be more patient you have to stop thinking impatience. Things…
Home – the place you can let relax and be yourself. And because everyone is relaxed and just being themselves. Home is also the place where you need the most patience. Seriously . . . no one can try your patience like the people you live with. Isn’t it interesting that patience and kindness are the first words…
I don’t like to wait and I really don’t like to be late. Maybe you can relate. Waiting messes with plans and ruins schedules. And most of us are scheduled. Too much to do in too little time. That’s life. Busy. I was all set to start a post the other morning when our internet went down….
It’s your dream. Your heart’s desire. A Job. A Spouse. A Child. A Home. A Friend. A Purpose. It’s a crisis. Your life feels fragile. A Sudden Illness. A Broken Relationship. A Major Loss. A Rebellious Child. It’s a long-term problem. You’re starting to feel hopeless. An Overwhelming Debt A Crisis in Weight Management A…
I’m overwhelmed by God’s patient love for countless reasons, but there’s one time that stands out in my mind and flattens me. Years ago, I had a want. It wasn’t a bad want. In fact, I would say it was a good want. But it was not something God wanted for me. At least not at that…
Are you patient? How about in traffic? With your kids? When you’re waiting in line or for an appointment? If you’re like me . . . it depends on the circumstances or your mood. I know, if I’m tired or I don’t feel well. If I’m running late. If it’s the fifteenth thing that has gone…
“Patience is power. Patience is not an absence of action; rather it is “timing” it waits on the right time to act, for the right principles and in the right way.” ~Fulton J. Sheen Each month of The Faith Project has had its own set of challenges . . . freedom, love, wisdom, prayer, humility,…
I had two goals for this month-long look at humility. To have humility in my: Relationship with God To know God more . . . not about Him but Him. To sit at His feet with awe and wonder. To pay closer attention to what He is doing around me. To spend less time thinking…
They’re everywhere. You may even live with one or two or… The proud, entitled, gotta have it my way, overbearing, snooty, difficult to get along with… whatever you call them. It’s hard not to get caught up in their drama. It’s hard not to lose your temper. It’s hard not to let them rob your…
You want your children to be confident and successful. You want them to go into the world and fulfill their God-given purpose with passion and enthusiasm. You help them fulfill their hopes and dreams because you want great things for them. Where does humility fall on your list of things you want for them? And…
Are you a humble spouse? Is your spouse humble? No one is humble consistently but let’s talk about why it’s important. So, let me ask you again… Are you a humble spouse? It seems like a trick question, doesn’t it? If you answered, “yes, I am” – we probably need to talk. If “no,” –…
Has your number changed? On a scale of 1 to 10 – If 1 is proud (completely self-focused) and 10 is humble (completely God and others focused) where would you fall? Proud 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 …
Do you want to be content? Satisfied? Are you tired of chasing promises only to be left wanting? Everywhere you turn you hear: You deserve the best . . . you’re worth it! You deserve happiness and having the best will make you happy! Never settle for less than you deserve. Demand the best, accept…
It’s hard for me to get my brain around the whole truth about Jesus. God. Creator. King. Alpha and Omega. Word Made Flesh. Savior. I AM. God Himself formed in a teenage girl. Born in poverty. Cradled with critters. Humble. What makes the maker of stars walk along dusty paths among broken people all the way…
Monday I asked you to rate yourself from 1 to 10 on the humility scale. Proud 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Humble I’ve spent hours since thinking about numbers and how we rate ourselves. The number on the scale. The…
Let me begin by saying I’m a little nervous about this month’s topic. Why? Because every month of doing The Faith Project I’ve not only had opportunities to learn and grow, I’ve had plenty of occasions to practice . . . to live out the discussion. Let me explain… I once heard a pastor preach on…
What exactly is a prayer-life anyway? Simply put – it is the private practice of prayer in your life. So, how’s your prayer life? Too often the answer is: I know I should pray more. I just don’t have enough time. I feel like my prayers stop at the ceiling. I don’t know what to…
My brain functions like a pinball machine. For those of you who don’t remember, pinball machines are arcade games where a plunger is used to shoot a steel ball onto a slanted field filled with obstacles. The goal . . . keep the ball in play as long as possible. So, back to my brain….
