by Chris Maxwell | Sep 21, 2023 | Blog, Book Excerpts
From Equilibrium: 31 Ways to Stay Balanced on Life’s Uneven Surfaces. Before we defend our stories, do we listen to the stories of others? Do we listen well to their stories? I don’t mean a brief chat. I mean deep dialogue. Honest conversations. True...
by Chris Maxwell | Sep 18, 2023 | Blog
When your early morning text includes a collection of encouraging sentences, the busy day begins with a smile. When your day’s schedule includes a visit with a neurologist, positive words bring the ideal mental breakfast. Yes, there is much hurt in our world. Yes, we...
by Chris Maxwell | Sep 11, 2023 | Book Excerpts
From the book Equilibrium: 31 Ways to Stay Balanced on Life’s Uneven Surfaces. Most of the biblical instructions about prayer are sent to communities not just individuals. The Psalms were poetic journal entries which turned into national hymns. Prayer isn’t just...
by Chris Maxwell | Sep 8, 2023 | Blog
As we started the new school year at Emmanuel University, I asked faculty and staff to offer their suggestions to students. I’m including their words here. No matter your age or educational experience, read these thoughts. They apply to each of us. Whatever...
by Chris Maxwell | Aug 12, 2023 | Blog, Book Excerpts
From the book Equilibrium: 31 Ways to Stay Balanced on Life’s Uneven Surfaces You might be reading this thinking, “I tried.” You might be reading this thinking, “Nothing worked.” I am sorry. Sometimes our hurts are so deep the wounds never seem to heal. I...
