There have been instances in which I have experienced undeniable peace with major life decisions, conflict resolution, job situations, or family crises. There have also been instances in which peace seemed difficult to find, resulting in unrest, fear, anxiety, and worry. Like joy, peace is internal and difficult to grasp. It is an unexplainable calm,… Continue reading Pursuing Peace
Category: Character
Developing Peace
Recently, I spent a day in DC with family. It was ... peaceful. The traffic was manageable. The people were friendly. The day was beautiful. Even at the end of the workday, I noticed people enjoying the outdoors by playing soccer or frisbee or walking their dog. Yes, it may have been an extraordinary—not the… Continue reading Developing Peace
Unexplainable Joy
Joy is inner, unexplainable, delightful peace. It’s quiet. It’s calming. It’s resting. It’s uplifting. Joy is a gift from God. It is fruit of the Spirit. Joy is recognizing the blessings of God and finding delight. As we proclaim our thankfulness to God for the gifts He so willingly and abundantly bestows upon His children,… Continue reading Unexplainable Joy
An Attitude of Love
Welcome to Connections2Excellence! This week begins a series on desired qualities. Faith Connection Friday extends the concept and relates to faith. Thank you so much for visiting! Love. It’s warm and fuzzy. It’s babies and sweet cuddles. It’s first love. It’s passion. It’s heartache in time of loss. It’s releasing our children to start their… Continue reading An Attitude of Love
The Biblical Connection
July is a month to recognize the birth of the United States as a nation and its people. Likewise, we can recognize the birth of another nation and its people. As we connect to faith, we highlight several significant places mentioned throughout Scripture. From the Old Testament and the New Testament, we see traces of… Continue reading The Biblical Connection
Our Nation’s Connection
July 4, 1776: The birth of the United States as a nation. This date is important because of the vision of our forefathers. They fought for many freedoms for their families and future generations that occupy this nation, and they continue to connect their lives to ours. One way they continue to impact lives is… Continue reading Our Nation’s Connection
A Growing Faith
We’ve examined many bridges and connected them uniquely to excellence and our faith. As we conclude this series, we identify what may be necessary to keep our bridges structurally sound and long lasting. These bridge connections include intercession, foundation and support, legacy, relationships, and using gifts in ministry. Over time, if intentional maintenance is not… Continue reading A Growing Faith
Bridge Maintenance
Welcome back to Connections2Excellence! We have looked at types of bridges, covered bridges, bridge construction, bridge foundations and support, bridges around the world, unique bridges, bridges in our relationships, and bridges in the arts. On Faith Connection Friday, we connect these concepts to our faith. As we draw this bridge to a close, we recognize… Continue reading Bridge Maintenance
Bridging Arts to Ministry
Did you realize that you are creatively gifted, uniquely you? The gifts and talents you possess can be used for a purpose. Faith Connection Friday focuses on using the Faith Connection to excellence. There are many avenues of ministry that involve creative gifts and talents. As we desire to share the Good News, we incorporate… Continue reading Bridging Arts to Ministry
Bridges to Faith Relationships
In my early 20s, I made an unexpected friend that has lasted for decades. Initially, it involved a conversation about a cute guy. Somehow, the conversation turned to other things, and another friend joined us. We frequented Denny’s for coffee and eventually became the best, inseparable friends. Relationships are a way of life. We all… Continue reading Bridges to Faith Relationships
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