Scripture presents the contrast between two gates we may freely choose to enter: the gates of the Kingdom of Heaven (through faith in Jesus) which are narrow, and the gates of hell which are wide. When Jesus taught the disciples how to pray, he began with “Our Father, who art in heaven, Hallowed be your Name.” When […]

The key difference between a Christian entrepreneur who is ethical and one who is redemptive comes down to their focus and impact. This is not just moving from the world’s operating system of exploitative practices to an ethical operation, but moving towards redemptive practices which involve self-sacrifice, a strategy to bless people, and making cultural

Here in NC where there are already signs of Autumn, leaves are just beginning to change, and we are experiencing more grey days. When we enter the Fall season of formation in the Renewal Cycle, we are entering what is referred to as “the doldrums” of life. Doldrums is a nautical term that refers to the ocean region near

Nadya Dickson here at the Charlotte Motor Speedway and I just facilitated Session 3 at The Speedway Club. Here is a question for you to ponder. Are you IN it to WIN it? Apostle Paul mentors young Timothy in 2 Tim 4:7 “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have

We don’t really think about breathing… until we find it difficult. Every summer through the month of July or August, I visit my family in Canada. This past week, a planned itinerary of touring and sightseeing was to conclude with a wedding celebration in Niagara Falls. Yet, due to an unexpected death, it quickly became

My fitness trainer told me today that most people take a break over the summer from their usual fitness routines. She said, “Even I have to fight laziness because of scheduling changes.” How can we get ahead of the summer slump and increase our fitness and freedom for what God has for us for the

Is God’s Calling on your life greater than you? If so, are you appropriating His supernatural empowerment? Today the Jews are celebrating Shavuot. This holiday has been recognized and commemorated by many as the day Moses received the Word of God for His people, the Ten Commandments on Mount Sinai. It is also the celebration of the first grain

The definition of Emotional Intelligence (EQ) according to the Oxford dictionary is, “the capacity to be aware of, control, and express one’s emotions and to handle the interpersonal relationships, judiciously, and empathetically.” An evaluation of our relational fitness is one of the key indicators of the health of our soul as we assess the capacity of our personal infrastructure. 

“For behold, the winter is past; the rain is over and gone. The flowers appear on the earth, the time of singing has come, and the voice of the turtledove is heard in our land.” Song of Solomon 2:11-12 In The Master’s Program, Session 3, we learn how the Get Ready stage can become an exciting introduction

The answer depends on where her power is sourced. If it is from God, then the enemy is trembling. If it is from self, then it is short-lived and self-defeating. Both women were leaders who received their power from the HIGHEST POWER. They were both empowered by God uniquely to administrate their KINGDOM ASSIGNMENT: 1.    Esther was