Faith, Friendship, Influence, Prayer, Purpose

Faith Connection: Faithful and Forgiving Friend

Welcome back to Faith Connection Friday! It is my prayer you find these explorations of God's attributes encouraging. It has been exciting to delve into these aspects and refocus on the greatness of our wonderful God. This week, we look at His faithfulness, His forgiveness, and His friendship. The Bible is full of stories that reinforce… Continue reading Faith Connection: Faithful and Forgiving Friend

Excellence, Faith, Prayer, Purpose

Faith Connection: Eternally Enough

Welcome back to Faith Connections! This week, we focus on God's attributes of being eternally enough.  Yes, these attributes go together.  Stay with me, as I try to unpack them. He is eternal.  That is, He has always been and will always be.  There is no point of beginning or end for God.  He just… Continue reading Faith Connection: Eternally Enough

Character, Excellence, Faith, Family, Freedom, Influence, Prayer

Faith Connection: Our Compassionate Comforter and Counselor

When we think of needing a comforter, we may turn our mind to someone or something precious to us.  It could be the loss of a family member, friend, job, health, or treasured item.  We may think of comforting others, such as a crying baby or a friend who is struggling during a difficult time.… Continue reading Faith Connection: Our Compassionate Comforter and Counselor

Faith, Freedom, Influence, Prayer, Purpose

Faith Connection: Our Banner

When we think of banners, we may think of flags waving at football games or what beauty contestants wear at pageants. A movie may portray a scene with two armies in a valley or on the crest of hills and facing each other. Each army has a separate flag, or banner, with specific colors, emblems,… Continue reading Faith Connection: Our Banner

Boldness, Character, Discipline, Excellence, Faith, Freedom, Friendship, Influence, Prayer, Purpose

Bravely Bold Focus (Part 3: “L”)

Welcome back to the Bravely Bold mini-series!  As mentioned in the series blog, the acrostic B-O-L-D helps associate Scripture and boldness.  We connect to a life of excellence when we demonstrate boldness.  We live with determination.  We exercise integrity and trust--the qualities that build and exhibit our character. B – Be-Attitudes (purposefully misspelled).  The Beatitudes… Continue reading Bravely Bold Focus (Part 3: “L”)

Faith, Prayer

Faith Connection: Advocate

Welcome back to Faith Connections Friday!  Thank you for joining me for our series on the attributes of God and how His characteristics apply to our lives. For several years, I had the privilege of serving in a non-profit organization advocating for patients with chronic illnesses.  It was a blessed opportunity because I was able… Continue reading Faith Connection: Advocate

Character, Excellence, Faith

Faith Connection: Attributes and Applications

Welcome to Faith Connections Friday!  I am so glad you are here!  This blog series is for those who would like to deepen our faith connection.  Our Monday blog starts our week with the intent of providing encouragement and inspiration.  Friday starts our weekend to help redirect our focus.  We have opportunities to worship corporately on… Continue reading Faith Connection: Attributes and Applications

Excellence, Faith, Family, Influence, Purpose

Father Knows Best

Recently, my father reminded his class of the TV classic, “Father Knows Best.”  The title of that show lingered in the back of my mind as I thought about its connection to a life of excellence. My father enjoys challenging my intellect with deep dialogues about the Bible.  During one of our moments of intense… Continue reading Father Knows Best

Boldness, Character, Discipline, Excellence, Faith, Influence, Music, Purpose

My Father’s Eyes

Recently, as I reminisced about my youth, I recalled when I was introduced to the music of Amy Grant. My beloved mentors, Dara and Susan, shared her music with me; and I played it nonstop.  One song that captured my attention was “Father’s Eyes.”  And how fitting this month to reflect on that song.  Both… Continue reading My Father’s Eyes