Sure. It’s Just a Simple Climb, They Said…

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When our struggles become so overwhelming that giving up begins to look more and more desirable than whatever awaits at the end of the journey, we definitely need to take inventory and refocus on what our purpose was in the first place. Otherwise, we might find ourselves crippled rather than empowered to continue the climb.

I Know What You Did That Time!

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Be not disturbed at being misunderstood; be disturbed rather at not being understanding. Chinese Proverb When I go down memory lane, I often recall instances where I was not good at reading the room, and/or understanding specific situations that were presented to me. Be it immaturity, or ignorance, some of those moments I consider great candidates for a repeat. Sadly, …

That Time I Was Full of Drama

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The courage of life is often a less dramatic spectacle than the courage of a final moment; but it is no less a magnificent mixture of triumph and tragedy. John F. Kennedy https://www.brainyquote.com/authors/john-f-kennedy-quotes I’m sure you have often heard the phrase, “you’re so dramatic!” or “you are full of drama!” Well, if you haven’t, I have, often. I think that …

After all, It’s All About Growth!

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Several years ago, I was in Puerto Rico on mission with a team from the Abante International organization (a discipleship and leadership training program.) It was customary for us to have casual conversations during mealtimes, and sometimes those conversations would turn into deeper discussions about life, relationships, politics, and faith, among other topics. We never shied away from the tough …