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Sudden adversity reveals a lot about our identity, core values, and hopes. We disclose our true selves during crisis situations—such as when our reputations, positions, prospects, or even lives are at stake. To find out what people really believe, observe … Continue reading →

“A weed is a plant whose virtues have not been discovered” (Ralph Waldo Emerson). Those who’re quick to dismiss you on account of your past or present circumstances will later discover your worth. Oprah Winfrey was fired from her TV … Continue reading →

It hurts to be hurt—repeatedly! But consider this: “When people hurt you over and over, think of them like sand paper. They may scratch and hurt you a bit, but in the end, you end up polished and they end … Continue reading →

Anything risky requires a license to operate. Hence we need licenses or permits to drive, to practice our professions, to own guns or restaurants, and even to get married. Anything risky—except US! We’re the greatest risk to operate, yet exempt … Continue reading →

God has a plan or purpose for your life. This plan is as sure and detailed as His plan of salvation. His plan for you knows neither delay nor accident. It leaves nothing to chance, hence nothing can really hurt … Continue reading →

The science of hiding was discovered in the Garden of Eden. Since then we’ve become experts at dodging, forging, concealing, and blaming others so as not to come to terms with OUR own failures. Today—thanks to rediscoveries of Eden by … Continue reading →

Unforgiveness hurts us more than those we wish to hurt. A little boy was writhing in agony while sitting on a park bench. A man walking by asked what was wrong. The boy answered, “I’m sitting on a bumble bee.” … Continue reading →

“God who made the birds never made bird cages. It’s men who make bird cages and after a while we become cramped and can do nothing but chirp and stand on one leg” (Oswald Chambers). Refuse to be caged by … Continue reading →

Worry is a deceptive luxury we must not covet. One unknown source gives a breakdown of what the average person worries about: 40% focus on things that will never happen, 30% deal with the past that can’t be changed, 12% … Continue reading →

A Ugandan proverb says, “When God decides to bless a person, even his bull produces young ones.” Jesus said it best: “See, I have set before you an open door, and no one can shut it” (Revelation 3:7). Not even … Continue reading →