Surviving the Rapids

Surviving the Rapids

       I had an opportunity as a younger man in college to go white water rafting in Western Pennsylvania. I have since had opportunities to ride the rapids in different parts of our country. Someday, I would love to experience the Colorado River section through the...
Surviving the Rapids

Am I a Liar?

      Our propensity is to believe that we are good, honest and trustworthy individuals. Now, let’s assume that characterization of ourselves is true. Are you a liar? Now before you emphatically say “No” and write this article off, let me encourage you to evaluate...
Surviving the Rapids

Who Am I Pleasing?

      It seems that our lives are filled with interruptions. It could be a crying toddler that pinched their hand in a door. A friend pressing us to join them shopping. A project deadline at work or any number of infinite requests for us and...
Surviving the Rapids

Blessing of Building Well!

      It is frustrating when you are faced with the challenges related to poor construction. The challenge not to it right the first times is the temptation to cut corners. I am sure that all of have a story that we could tell. What is often...
Surviving the Rapids

What Purpose Does the Sabbath Serve?

      All of us know the importance of rest. The parents of a newborn know what it is like to go without sleep. Employee’s pressing for a deadline know what it is like to work long shifts without a day off. Most of us know the impact of the daily grind when we do not...