Welcome to Faith Connections Friday! This passage says it all when it comes to character. Here are just a few highlights. - Compassion - Kindness - Humility - Meekness - Patience - Forgiveness - Love - Thankfulness Source: Pinterest.com Our Faith Connections Challenge: Is there one that grabs your attention? Choose one or more, and… Continue reading Practicing Character
Category: Influence
Examining Character
Almost every day when I drive home from work, I listen to one of my favorite podcasts. Last week, I heard one that caught my attention. You see, for the last couple of weeks, I’ve sensed a recurring theme. When I hear something once, I may or may not pay much attention. When I hear… Continue reading Examining Character
A Sign of Hope
The Wolf Man. A man bitten by a wolf. Now, when there is a full moon, the man turns into a wolf. His curse? Here is a man dreading the brightness of the full moon. The sight does something that transforms him into a monstrous beast. When he awakens in the morning, he does not… Continue reading A Sign of Hope
The Power of Presence
Image: WordPress One thing challenging for centuries is staying connected. This year we find connections even more challenging. A song we may sing to our sweetie is, “I’ll Be There,” by Jackson 5. It expresses assurance the person will be present for the other as a source of comfort and strength and provide unselfish love… Continue reading The Power of Presence
The Impact of Influence
So many people influence my life. Immediately, I think of my mother. The memory of her life and encouragement continues to influence me. She mentored and encouraged me as an administrative professional to pursue excellence and always put forth my best effort. Even when I am discouraged, I cannot stay there because I quickly recall… Continue reading The Impact of Influence
The Power of Influence
A somewhat new buzzword is “influencer.” We view lists of social media influencers of those we follow, and we may also follow their influencers. Though the term is primarily specific to social media, let’s expand it to include anyone. Here’s a brief list of influencers from this century. Who do you follow? Business - Bill… Continue reading The Power of Influence
Connect by Blessing
One thing I have observed from the last few months is the way we respond. I notice people bond, and I notice people separate. As we isolate, we can feel lost. As we come together, we gain strength. It is a confusing time for many, an experience unlike any other. So many are tired, scared,… Continue reading Connect by Blessing
Character: The Key Ingredient
We have a very talented young lady in our community who started her own bakery business, Sweet Dreams Bakery. She makes the most beautiful, creative, and delicious creations. But what would happen to the taste if the combination of ingredients going into making the delectable delight was not as divine? What if the appearance and… Continue reading Character: The Key Ingredient
There’s More To It
As we will see in a future series, there are many types of gates from ancient times that served a particular purpose. This week, we see that gates can be used more for just its intended purpose. As we connect this concept to our faith, we can discover other connections. My husband is also my… Continue reading There’s More To It
Creative Connections
Lockdown. Hiding. Alone. Afraid. Isolated. Fear. Quiet. Rest. Alone. Solitude. Peace. Focus. These words may describe you. Some certainly describe me. We most likely experience each one at some point in our lives. During our current time of isolation, many welcome the less stressful environments, and many are afraid of being alone for an extended… Continue reading Creative Connections
