Millions of people are looking forward to the first days of 2015 like a child looks forward to a new school year. Remember the anticipation? The slate was clean. A new chance to get better grades, make new friends and take hold of exciting opportunities. Why then did so many of those years slip by without change? What could have …
The Brass Monkey Principle
Have you ever made the following promise to God or to yourself? “I’m never going to do ‘THAT’ again!” Fill in your own blank for the word “THAT.” Many of us make that promise over and over. Eventually we grow discouraged and become resigned to doing “THAT” for the rest of our lives. Such behavior focuses on the problem rather than the …
7 Reasons to Come Sail with Me
I would love to have you join me for an unforgettable event! On June 21st – 28th 2015, I am headed for the high seas with six of my favorite Christian comedians and a delightful circle of our fans and friends. I laid awake most of the night last night thinking of how much fun this is going to be. …
Are you Fierce?
Recently I saw a painting of an eagle. He was launching himself from his perch, his eyes intently focused on something I could not see. Every thing about him was fierce. I thought of how rare that kind of intensity is in our culture today.
3 Valuable Life Lessons Learned from a 50 Year Class Reunion
Last month I attended my 50 year class reunion. Cotton High School. Class of 1946. It was a highlight of my year. I came away with some valuable insights I wish I had learned long ago.