SUSTAINING HEIGHTS

SUSTAINING HEIGHTS

Recently, we drove up a steep hill for a family event. It was tough, but it was easy going down. My daughter asked, “Why was it hard to go up but easy to come down?” I replied, “In life, climbing up is tough, but sliding down is easy. Learn to...
STEP INTO THE NEW

STEP INTO THE NEW

One day, my wife came into the room with a brand-new toothbrush. I’ve had it at home for some time, but it hadn’t occurred to me to use it. My toothbrush is still okay, but it’s somehow old. I even struggled with my wife before I later accepted to...
TAKE YOUR TRAINING SERIOUS

TAKE YOUR TRAINING SERIOUS

I recently shared about visiting my childhood church, where I had the privilege of ministering to the congregation. Among the many comments, one stood out: “It’s good to be back where you started. I also benefited from the church because of how you were...
THE ULTIMATE TEST

THE ULTIMATE TEST

I once heard about a politician’s wife who abruptly left the marriage after her husband lost his senate re-election bid. When he asked why, her response was both humorous and telling: ‘I married a senator, but since you’ve lost your seat, I’m...
DISCERNING THE SPIRIT OF TRUTH

DISCERNING THE SPIRIT OF TRUTH

Recently, my wife and I have noticed our children saying things we never explicitly taught them. We often sit them down to ensure they’re learning from reliable sources and people. Even though what they say is mostly accurate and positive, we want to know...
TRUE WEALTH

TRUE WEALTH

A woman shared her numerous blessings with her pastor, including international trips, cars, and business successes. After listening, the pastor was prompted by the Holy Spirit to ask, ‘Praise God for these, but what’s one thing you have that an unbeliever...