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1 Little Scream. 1 Major Distraction.
The stadium was sold out. Fans were loud, knowing their team was on the brink of moving into the playoffs. Yet, it was one 9-year-old fan, Diar, who caused the biggest roar of them all!
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Jesus Understands
Ever feel like nobody understands you? That you’re alone? Perhaps you’re familiar with the story of Jesus. He understands you.
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A Surprise In The Mailbox
But, isn’t there great benefit in taking a few minutes to pause before moving forward? I find that looking back helps me see what’s coming ahead. When I reflect on how I handled a situation in the past, it helps me with how I can handle it in upcoming days.
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Stop Fighting The Demons
Are you living in what you feel is a mess today? Do you feel that your mess is too big? This story reminds us that Jesus see you and I in our mess and he will walk with you and me as we go through it.
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My Wife Taught Me A Valuable Lesson
Now, before you think that this blog is about doggin’ on my wife, Patty, hold up!
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Wrestling Isn’t Rigged
Perhaps you’ve heard the phrase, “Wrestling with God”. Well, let’s just say that I ‘got into the ring’ with the Lord the other day. I pulled into my driveway, and saw my wife , and one of my sons, on their hands and knees in the grass. I knew something wasn’t right. I asked, “Is… Read more
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How To Be Thankful With A Flat Tire
I will be honest, in years past, I probably would’ve been quite angry. But, as I have been learning what it means to have an attitude of gratitude, and living in a state of thanksliving…
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A New Hope
In May of 1977, a Princess uttered a phrase that rippled through America. It wasn’t long until that Princesses phrase began to send shockwaves around the world. Actually, that little phrase brought a new hope to an entire generation. So, what was that phrase uttered by the princess in 1977? “Help me OB1 Kenobe, you’re… Read more
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Mackinac Island Swim 2022
When is the last time you did something crazy? I ask, because I just witnessed a whole other level of crazy. 371, somewhat crazy, people jumped into the 65° waters of Lake Huron and swam around Mackinac Island. That’s a total of 8.2 miles! Swimming 8.2 miles is a feat in itself. Combine that with… Read more
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He’s 73, And Not Afraid Of His Career Change
The Unity Christian Music Festival, an event held yearly in Muskegon, Michigan, is 4 days of amazing music, friends, and stories. Many of the stories are told from on-stage. But I ‘d like to share with you a story that was told to me off-stage. I spoke to a man who was recently released from… Read more
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Don’t Let “Glory Days” Pass You By
Some people don’t move as well as they did. They have more wrinkles. And yet, they’re more joyful than ever! The reason? They find that they are growing in their relationship with the Lord.
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Are You A “Swamp Thing”? Or A “River Liver”?
Michigan is the Great Lakes state. We thrive on fresh water. No salt. No sharks. No jellyfish. While we have plenty of fresh water, we also have our share of swamps. Recently, I was asked, “do I want my life to be like a river or a swamp? ” A River receives fresh water and… Read more
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Quite Possibly The Best Lunch EVER!
Recently, I decided to break my everyday routine, and did something out of the norm.
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Is It Time To Become A Vegetarian?
Would you rather have a meal with meat and potatoes and sit with people who are full of hate? Or, enjoy a meal of with veggies and be surrounded by love and grace? Interesting question, huh?
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Dove Chocolates And The Bible
Is it possible Dove dark chocolates is reaching into the Bible for inspiration?
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Life Is Short. God Is Good.
Today, I should be texting my sister, “Happy Birthday”. Today, I should be eating cake and ice cream. Today, should be the day my sister, Kelly, turns 46. My sister, Kelly, left this “home” on January 9, 2001. Her life was taken short from a rare disease called, “Wegener’s”. Kelly was only 25. My children… Read more
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Running By Faith
Running the miles. Sharing the encouragement! Hi. I’m Tommy, and I love to run. I love encouraging people! And, I choose to Run by Faith! What does “Run by Faith” mean? Pretty simple, really. My favorite book, the Bible, has a great quote that says to, “walk by faith, not by sight“. Well, as a… Read more
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Dude, Where’s My Remote?
“Where’s the remote?” We’ve all heard that. We’ve all lost that. You search everywhere and everything. You call your family search party and hunt! But is there something else you can do? The other day, my daughter lost a remote to something that controls a special light in her bedroom. It’s one of those remotes… Read more
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