The Determined People Podcast

Sometimes my memory fails me. But there are some people who I will never forget. 

Closed-minded, self-righteous people can be very off putting. We can learn from everyone, if we are willing to consider the world with an open mind. 

Being in the pit isn't always a bad thing. It's in those moments where we find God. He is right there with us, and He will see us through.

Always look for opportunities to encourage others. People need it now more than ever. Stay hopeful...

Even the blind can see. Not with their eyes, but they see with their heart. We can do that, too! 

You are a unique masterpiece. Never forget that. March to your own drumbeat, not the rhythm of others. 

From the time she was a little girl, Kerie Hamilton lived a life that, sadly, many people in our world can identify with. Kerie was abused by a horrible monster, her stepfather. He tortured Kerie and her sister in ways that are unthinkable. The girls weren't allowed to tell anyone because "next time will be worse" if they did. A childhood dominated by always being in a "fight o...

When dreams and desires are aligned with God's purpose for our lives, we become unstoppable. Reignite the fire that is smoldering deep inside of you. It's not too late. Take action!

We don't have to agree with everything to like someone. 

Are you fighting the good fight? I have observed that many of the things' people fight over are in areas where they aren't going to make a difference. Your online battles most likely will not get you anywhere. And they certainly won't get you closer to fulfilling your God-given purpose in this life. Choose your battles wisely...

I'm not talking about building a physical wall. In today's episode I am talking about setting healthy boundaries. Protect your self-esteem and your peace of mind at all costs. 

Sometimes God has us wait on Him to answer us. Here's a little perspective on how to handle the wait. 

Instead of thinking about things you have to do, change it to I get to. See the difference? 

Once you become a parent, things change. Suddenly, everything you do is being watched by a little one. Parent your children well...

Try to see things as they truly are, not through a lens of bias. Sometimes our prior beliefs are wrong, and we should be willing to accept the truth. 

Bad things happen to good people. In today's episode, I share a little deeper perspective about this. 

Meek people are strong, not weak. We get the meaning of the word wrong. 

Talking about things is a good way to heal from them. You don't have to carry your burdens by yourself. 

I encourage you to care more about benefitting your fellow man and community than you care about television or other distractions. 

Convenience stores and fast food might save us a couple of minutes during the day. But there are tradeoffs.

You have been created to fulfill a greater purpose. Do not concern yourself with being ready or having the necessary skills already developed. Be willing. God will take care of the rest. 

Memorial Day is not a day of celebration. It's a day to remember those who came before us who fought and died for our freedom. 

We think we are waiting on God to act in our lives. The truth is, God is waiting on us. What will you say when the call comes?

We must take care of the weak, the marginalized and the disenfranchised. 

Our thoughts determine our lives. It's true there are some things that happen that can throw a hurdle into our day. But how we think will decide how we handle the situation. And here's the best news of all: you can control your thoughts.