There are times in life when we need people to believe in us. We need people to tell us, “you can make it, you can do it.” We need people to cheer us on and encourage us. This is one of those stories… Once upon a time there was a little boy who was raised… Continue reading I’m Flying
Author: Mark Skalberg
Suicide Bomber Changes Her Mind
Millions hope that the cease fire between Israel and Hamas will hold. The deeply imbedded issues behind this conflict will eventually be addressed. After decades of conflict both sides do not trust each other and have understandable doubt that they will be able to come to a lasting peace agreement. Many if not most political… Continue reading Suicide Bomber Changes Her Mind
Johnny the Bagger
A true story as told by Barbara Glanz A few years ago I was hired by a large Supermarket chain to lead a customer service program – to build customer loyalty. During my speech I said, “Every one of you can make a difference and create memories for your customers that will motivate them to… Continue reading Johnny the Bagger
The High Road or the Low Road?
Being treated like trash happens, it is part of life. The impact of being mistreated can take two very different paths. It depends on how we respond to our personal injustice. How we respond can determine the trajectory of who were becoming. In the previous blog we saw where taking the very commonly used path… Continue reading The High Road or the Low Road?
Being Treated Like Trash?
All of us have been treated like trash in some way. It happens. Injustice is a global human experience since the fall and has many forms. From children sold to the highest bidder for sex trafficking to the extreme working conditions of the poor in third world countries injustice is relentless and cruel. When were… Continue reading Being Treated Like Trash?
If Not For YOU
Do you look forward to a better day some day? Most of us do. My heart goes out to those who suffer. I have two loved ones who experience chronic pain every day. My son has Crohns’disease and my wife has Rheumatoid arthritis. Some days are okay and other days can be very hard. Some… Continue reading If Not For YOU
Mistakes Were Made, But Not By Me
I blew it, I never should have said that! Have you ever felt bad about something you’ve said and wish you could take it back? Sure you have. We all have. Sadly, I’ve said things to people that weren’t said in love. It might have been true, but it wasn’t said in the right way.… Continue reading Mistakes Were Made, But Not By Me
Boundaries That Encourage Respect and Intimacy
In our last blog we looked at the benefits of having and applying clear boundaries in our lives. Here are a few more boundaries that can help you experience mutual respect and deeper relationships that will last. What you think about: Mark 7:21-23 The real battles we face are in our minds. Most of us… Continue reading Boundaries That Encourage Respect and Intimacy
Boundaries
As a pastor over the years, especially to thousands of single adults I’ve personally seen the devastation of broken hearts that spin out of sexual relationships. Even though many would agree that there is much cultural mushiness about sexual boundaries it’s not a subject most would want to talk about. Without boundaries, millions regardless of… Continue reading Boundaries
Restoring and Maintaining Your Emotional Health
Due the Waldo Canyon fires and its’ impact it has been over two months since the last blog from the series ‘Relationships: Connecting the Dots. The series began way back in May with Love’s Illusions and the 3 E’s of Love to the last part entitled Emotional Entanglements between Men and Women in mid June… Continue reading Restoring and Maintaining Your Emotional Health