In my experience one of the most effective antidotes for a foul mood is the simple exercise of listing things for which I am grateful. A thoughtful review of such a list can cure a bout of self-pity like nothing else. Creating real gratitude lists, mentally or in actual written form, is a common exercise … Continue reading Delighted Gratitude
Mr. C's Enlightening Train RideMr C was sitting quietly in his seat as the subway car came to a slow stop at the next station. Among the 10 or 15 people that made their way into the already crowded car, Mr C noticed a slightly disheveled woman followed closely by two very active boys. The … Continue reading First Listen and Understand
“Therefore I urge you to imitate me.” 1 Co 4:16 “We did this... in order to offer ourselves as a model for you to imitate.” 2 Thes 3:9 --------- Richard, one of our long-time pastors, once asked a penetrating question: “Are you living a life worth imitating?” To be honest, it felt a little presumptuous … Continue reading Be Like Mike
