Faith & Purpose Posts

If at first you don’t succeed, you’re in good company.

In the summer of 2017, I, as a leader, had to communicate to my team one of the toughest things a leaders must do. Having stepped into the organization nearly 9 months prior in attempt to turnaround the business... Read More »

Is there significance in “656”?

As I woke this morning and stepped out on the patio to look at the sunrise, I began to focus on “transitions”.  Beyond the beauty of the sunrise, it represents a transition from night to day or dark to... Read More »

How am I different as a leader?

With year end being a time of reflection for many, I thought I’d share a personal reflection of myself as it relates to characteristics of leadership.  Looking back now close to 10 years ago in my corporate experience versus... Read More »

“me too” and we’d love to help!

Today’s world is challenging for teens and their parents.  In a world where we’re all wrestling to find our true identity, its not uncommon to see teens, as well as adults, get caught up in challenging times.  Addictive behaviors... Read More »

“What does God really want me to do with my life?”

Are you interested in discovering your place in God’s story? Do you clearly understand your identity in Christ? Have you found yourself asking questions like: “Why am I here?” “What does God really want me to do with my... Read More »

Get out on the front lines!

In today’s world there’s a lot of criticism within the local church as to whether not we’re really truly making a difference. Some believe, and some statistics support, that “switchers” or people moving from church to church makes up... Read More »

Biblical “Success”

Whose agenda are you leading? It seems like an innocent enough question, right? In a world of dreams, visions, strategies, goals, and plans we tend to find ourselves rallying around a cause or tribe. Oh, we maintain our freedom and... Read More »

“let your heart give you joy in the days of your youth”

As we sat on the beach under our umbrella and drinking our “Bud Light”, which had become our routine, we somehow began to share our favorite scripture.  The reason I say “somehow” is that scripture and our faith weren’t... Read More »

“What a difference a year can make!”

What a difference a year can make!  This morning I turned to the front of my present journal which I started one year ago.  My journal starts out with the following: “When we step out for God, He will... Read More »

“our team was truly appreciating the work God had in store for us that day”

Wow, in the Hoosier state, this past week we’ve seen old man winter storming in.  As I got in my car Wednesday morning, the outside temperature read 3 deg F.  It’s been well below normal temperatures all week.  Then,... Read More »