Overcoming Difficulties

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The Power of Next

August 9, 2026 Successful baseball players learn it, successful salespeople know it, and those who follow the Lord Jesus Christ must have it on the tip of their minds – the power of not dwelling on the past. We must…

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Offended!

May 24, 2026 In a day when everyone seems to be offended by someone or something that has happened, there is a desperate cry for instruction as to what we should do when we are offended, and quite frankly, what…

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The Bump of Uncomfortable

March 1, 2026 I was reading the words of a famous coach recently in his offering some motivation for his runners to push through difficult workouts. His advice was to keep the big picture in mind so as to see…

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Overcoming A Monkey Mind

December 14, 2025 There’s a phenomenon that is popular today known as “monkey mind.” Officially, the “monkey mind” is a term that refers to being unsettled, restless, or confused; however, it is often referenced in the way your mind seems…

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The World, The Flesh, and The Devil

September 14, 2025 Christians often are described as being in a constant battle with the world, the flesh, and the devil. Although the exact words are not seen, the premise is there. James 3:14–15 (ESV) — 14 But if you…

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Hitting the Wall and What to Do

August 31, 2025 There’s a phenomenon known in the endurance world as “hitting the wall.” There are many explanations as to why this strange occurrence happens and despite the lack of knowing “why” exactly, it is real as I know…

Of What Are You So Afraid?

July 6, 2025 There is much fear in the hearts of people today. In this post-Covid era, people are still reeling in the effects of the overwhelming words of fright that prevailed in the country. But wait! Is that how…

One-Sided Response

May 4, 2025 Many situations in life make things tough, but living in a relationship where you are the one side that is carrying the load makes life extremely difficult. In seeking to help people through difficult one-sided circumstances, I…

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The Speck and the Log

April 13, 2025 The title may not be recognized right away, but if you have read the sermon of the Lord Jesus Christ called the “sermon on the mount,’ you would recognize Jesus’ admonition about judging or criticizing others. Here…

The Price of Procrastination

March 30, 2025 Do you ever procrastinate? We all do. Just to be sure, think of three things that you’ve been meaning to do. Maybe it’s a light that needs a new bulb, an article you’ve been meaning to read,…