Google “Leadership Books” and you will find that there are over 15,000 books on leadership. The question to ask yourself is: Which books have the most to offer in order to develop me into a better leader? If you have ever seen the many overflowing bookshelves in my office, you know I love to read!…
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A Spirit of Giving
As we enter the month of December and the Christmas season, I’d like to explore the spirit of giving. When I think of giving, especially this time of year, I think of God. For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only son, that whoever believes in Him, shall not perish,…
History of Thanksgiving
It is easy to pass right over Thanksgiving today. Christmas music is already on the radio and the stores have had their Christmas displays out since October. If we do think about Thanksgiving our thoughts are usually consumed with details for family gatherings, turkeys, green bean casseroles and football. But Thanksgiving was originally designed as…
What I Experienced Fasting
I remember when I used to live in St. Paul and the city would periodically turn off the water on our block for maintenance. It was during these times that I realized how often I needed water to live. I couldn’t shower, flush the toilet, or even fill a glass of water to drink. It…
Veterans Day
On November 11, we observe Veterans Day. We pause and give appreciation for all veteran service members from all military branches. We honor them, both those that died or survived in our wars. Typically, local schools invite veterans to honor them in gatherings, stores have huge sales, restaurants offer free meals for veterans, many have…