How Are You Doing?

How Are You Doing?

“How are you doing?” We are often asked that question. We often ask that question. Many times, after the four words are stated, the person asking doesn’t wait for an answer. “How are you doing?” has become a repeated phrase, a substitute for saying hello, using very...
Do We Listen to Their Stories?

Do We Listen to Their Stories?

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...
Friends and Words and Healing

Friends and Words and Healing

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...
Comments To Students

Comments To Students

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...
Emmanuel University: Where We Meet God Together

Emmanuel University: Where We Meet God Together

[2] There the angel of the Lord appeared to him in flames of fire from within a bush. Moses saw that though the bush was on fire it did not burn up. [3] So Moses thought, “I will go over and see this strange sight—why the bush does not burn up.” [4] When the...
Be Careful

Be Careful

Be careful about what’s playing in your mental station. Be careful about hitting replay or turning up the volume.  Pursue better thoughts.  Refuse dependence on the applause or approval of others.  Do not rely on feelings.  Trust your Creator rather than all those...