The Determined People Podcast

The holidays bring on a whole new set of obligations. But you are obliged to yourself, too. 

We make our plans, great plans, but God controls our steps on the way to our true purpose. 

The holidays are coming whether you are ready or not. But aside from big meals and gifts, there is another important preparation to consider. 

The internet is full of lies told by irresponsible people. Think before you believe. 

We see the good in people show up to serve the least among us. Find your purpose to serve others and get involved. Everyone wants their life to count. You can make a difference. 

You aren't out of living a fully engaged, thriving life until you decide you are. Feel empowered...

The scam artists have gotten better and better. Be alert and be aware. Don't think that it won't happen to you. 

We know what the afterlife holds. So why do we hang onto this life so dearly? 

Every Sunday is an opportunity to worship God with others. Don't be concerned about how you look. Remember, God is glad you are there. You brought a smile to His face.

When professional athletes join a team, they are issued a playbook. Did you know that we were issued a playbook for life? Every one of us has access to the book. 

When we win, let's give the glory to God. He is the one who made it happen. 

If someone throws your past in your face, smile and tell them you don't live there anymore. 

Knowing the right thing to do and not doing it is wrong. And deep down we know this to be true. Take a lesson from The Book of James. 

It's a good idea to challenge our own beliefs. The world is constantly evolving and we should, too. If your beliefs are sound, stay with them. If they have changed, the change. 

In my heart, I believe most people are good. There is nothing you can do to convince me otherwise. We see the best in us show up when tragedy strikes. Those are the times we see our true selves...

We aren't required to be busy all the time. Solitude and boredom are not the same thing. 

Laughter is good for us. But I see some people have lost their sense of humor. 

A recent international magazine featured a picture of nine men dressed as women. They were cited for being "Women of the Year." In what universe could this happen? 

Judging others is for the weak-minded. The people who judge others put their own insecurities on display. See others for  who they are,  not just what you see on the outside. Jesus was the best at this. 

There is some information you can't get from a marketing report. But there is one source that is 100% reliable every time. 

Life is full of unpredictable changes. This isn't eternity so it's not perfect. Stay the course. You win in the end. 

Peace through strength is usually associated with Ronald Reagan. It was his strategy to deal with the Soviet Union during the Cold War. But are you aware that Jesus showed peace through strength, too? 

We forget our wallets, appointments, and we forget people's names. But there is one thing we cannot forget, no matter how hard we try. I'm talking about painful memories. There is a way to let them go, though. 

Having some alone time or solitude is good for us. But we were not meant to be alone. Talking about things is therapeutic. 

Sometimes in life we can get caught up in something we don't want to be in. There is a way forward to a better life.