Taking a single step is the beginning of transformation. Sometimes that step comes by the day—or even by the hour—but it always leads us closer to a different outcome. Change is possible every day, …
The First Step – Happy New Year
The first step is always the hardest. For me, it’s not just about recovery — it’s about sitting down on the first day of the year and trying to write these words. I struggle because I don’t like …
A Gospel a Day for 32 Days
Would you read a Gospel a day for thirty-two days? In January 2022, during a Better Man Breakfast Series, Pastor Jason Ishmail suggested I take up that challenge. We had been talking about …
Living as a Peacemaker in a Divisive World
What does it take to be a peacemaker in such a divisive time? The challenge grows daily, as even silence is seen as controversial. Families are torn apart over philosophical differences, friendships …
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Starting Fresh with God’s Strength
Today is the 4th of July, and while it’s a holiday for many, for me it marks day one of a new agenda: my journey toward a healthier, better life. The holiday itself has nothing to do with my …
Letting Go of the Past and Giving It to God
When we decide to change, it’s not just about saying the words, “I give it to God.” Real transformation means acknowledging our past, bringing it into the light, and letting Him carry it. …
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