Author
Rick Higgins
There is no easy way. There is only hard work, late nights, early mornings, practice, rehearsal, repetition, study, sweat, blood, toil, frustration, and discipline. Jocko Willink Our culture has a predilection for the quick fix, the easy hack, or the… Continue Reading →
A dilemma many people face is the ability to accept themselves. This can be difficult because we are keenly aware of our faults, failures, and fears. For those who believe in God, the problem is compounded because if we don’t… Continue Reading →
When we face a decision that is between good and evil we know what we should do (although we may not always want to do it). Our challenge is how do we decide when the choice is not black or… Continue Reading →
What is your response when you face a difficult situation? Crises can seem overwhelming. How did King David respond when he faced a life and death situation? What should be our response when we face a crisis? Let’s see how… Continue Reading →
Talent is God given. Be humble. Fame is man-given. Be grateful. Conceit is self-given. Be careful. John Wooden John Wooden is known as an amazing basketball coach who won ten National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) national championships in a 12-year… Continue Reading →
The role of a parent is a great privilege and a great responsibility. The Apostle Paul realized that strong churches are comprised of strong families so he gave this advice to parents as he instructed the churches: Fathers, do not… Continue Reading →
Do you treat your children the way you treat yourself? At times we can be our own worst critics. The way we condemn and belittle ourselves can create a vicious cycle of self condemnation. Do you believe what God says… Continue Reading →
Have you ever done something that you know you shouldn’t have done? Welcome to the human race. The Apostle Paul lamented that same frustration: For I know that good does not dwell in me, that is, in my flesh; for… Continue Reading →
As Jacob was leaving Canaan, he had an enigmatic dream of angels ascending and descending on a ladder reaching to heaven. The Lord delivered this amazing promise to him: Behold, I am with you and will keep you wherever you… Continue Reading →
You may be disappointed if you fail, but you are doomed if you don’t try. Beverly Sills As we enter a new year we have the opportunity for a fresh start – a tabula rasa of new experiences. What’s preventing… Continue Reading →
Most people have a desire to do their best work and gain their employer’s favor. As a workman for God, we should labor all the more to be a faithful worker. The Apostle Paul gave Timothy specific instructions how to… Continue Reading →
Improvements are only temporary until they become part of who you are. James Clear As we start the new year we may introduce some new habits and resolutions, but if they are not part of our identity, they will not… Continue Reading →
We have a tendency at times to get involved in secondary and even trivial issues. The Apostle Paul gives us the proper goal for our lives: But have nothing to do with worldly fables fit only for old women. On… Continue Reading →
Today’s sermon challenged us to set our hope completely on the grace to be brought to us through Jesus Christ Hope is the key that unlocks the door to God’s grace. Therefore, with minds that are alert and fully sober,… Continue Reading →
Our true nature is often revealed through our words and our actions. You can remove a pig from the mud and clean it up, but after you wash the pig and release it, it promptly returns to wallow in the… Continue Reading →
