Real Help for Real Living

The “Gist” of the article – Work is ordained by God.  See how your creative side can shine when youpartner with God.

The “Gist” of the article – Listen to your gut.  There is a part of our brain that can’t explain a feeling we have.  We justknow.  We can’t put words to it.  Don’t ignore that “gut check.” 

The “Gist” of the article – It’s too easy toremember the hurt others have inflicted on us. Rather than using harsh words or the silent treatment to punish them. Learn to bury the ax. Understand the difference between forgiveness and reconciliation.

The “Gist” of the article – Confidence doesn’tgrow by thinking ourselves into doing new things.  Courage isn’t something that can be injectedinto you.  We have to try newthings.  When we do, it sends a messageto our brain, “I can do that.”

The “Gist” of the article – Be careful choosing thefoundation upon which you build your life. It will determine the trajectory of how it is lived.

The “Gist” of the article – Our founding forefathers, inwriting the Declaration of Independence , would create a republic as an experiment in self-government. We have to be involved to keep  freedom alive.

The “Gist” of the article – While I made a bad decisionpainting my cell phone case, one of the best decisions I made was marrying mywife.

The “Gist” of the article – As we celebrate Memorial Day, there are so many stories of unsung heroes who quietly, but significantly changed the outcome of WW II by their actions.

The “Gist” of the article – We’ve all accusedsomeone of doing something hurtful without having all the facts.  The next time that happens, rather thansaying or doing something you’ll regret; pause and calm down. 

The “Gist” of the article – Work friends sometimes go away when you leave or retire.  Build your life around those who are going to cry at your funeral.          

The “Gist” of the article – We need to be flexible whenothers give us a perspective we disagree with in order to get to the bestpossible answer.

The “Gist” of the article – Following the rules won’t putyou in a right relationship with God. Only Christ can do that.         

The “Gist” of the article – Is your need to fix others about you and your need to feel important or significant.        

The “Gist” of the article – You have to step out of your comfortzone to reach your potential.        

The “Gist” of the article – You may not see yourblind spots.  They are real and holdingyou back.  Let me encourage you toaddress them.       

You need a three-fold cord to keep your marriage strong. Let God be that third cord.      

The “Gist” of the article – Guard who you allow into yourheart.  Be sure they are speaking hopeand life.    

The “Gist” of the article – While there are “rude” people inthis world, Christmas is a time that God shows us kindness to us, calling us to Himself.

The “Gist” of the article – Starting is easy;  finishing is hard.  Push through when everything in you says, “I’drather quit.”  You are worth it.  

The Gist of the article - The good news of God’s love is simple.  When we remove our efforts of being good, we receive His gift of being righteous.    

What to do to turn around your life and find happiness in the midst of living in the difficulties of this world.   

The “Gist” of the article – As a Christ follower, making theworld a better place for others is  “showing off” Christ to the world.  

The “Gist” of the article – Just like you trust the voice inyour GPS that you can't see, you can trust a God who you can’t see      

The “Gist” of the article – Don’t let yesterday’s badexperiences create triggers for you in the world you move in today.     

The “Gist” of the article – Be careful about making majorlife decisions based on other people staying in your life if you decide not to move forward with the plans you have for yourself.