As leaders we all go through life and work holding to past regrets, those disappointments over lost or missed opportunities. We’re sad or repentant over things that we wish we had done differently.
Thomas Paine (1737-1809) was an English-born Founding Father of the United States. An inventor and philosopher, he authored Common Sense, a pamphlet that was influential at the start of the American Revolution.
As Jesus began teaching on earth, His words about leadership and leading were shocking. In fact, they were so at odds with religious leaders of the time, they believed Jesus could not possibly be the Savior they were hoping and waiting for.
On the surface the story of Job may seem a cruel game. A faithful man, he suffers greatly, questions God, and receives God’s pointed response. How should we lead when faced with trials and difficulty?
Mother’s Day is a reminder to be thankful for our moms and the investment they made in the persons we are today. Moms have a tremendous capacity to instill wisdom, values and principles into their children and families.
People who have it all—money, fame, family, career, lots of possessions—often find their entire self-worth is tied up in items that have price tags, and not on the intangibles that make life meaningful. But there are vaccines for that.
Alexander Smith said “Christmas is the day that holds all time together.” The past, present and future all come together in one amazing, glorious, celebratory experience.