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I want to be bold. Do you know what I mean? I want to live a life that makes a […]

I’ve often said the most destructive force on earth is a man who doesn’t know who he is. When you […]

During the holiday seasons, cherish the time with our family.

(Originally written on Election Day 2016) It’s a big day. We, the people, are obsessed with figuring out what to […]

Thus says the Lord, who makes a way in the sea, a path in the mighty waters, who brings forth […]

The Costa Family Legacy Joe Costa left technology to become a champion for youth Osta became Costa when half his family moved to […]

I’ve never liked playing chess because I have never had the satisfaction of winning. As a kid, my brother would […]

Parenting. Now, that’s an emotionally charged word! It is no exaggeration to say that parenting can bring the highest highs […]

My kids are out of control.  Before coronavirus, we had such a nice routine. Might I take a moment to brag?  They […]

Foundational to any business operation is a healthy mental framework that undergirds the direction of the company. Maintaining a robust […]

You see red.  Your blood pulses, your breath quickens and your thoughts fly.  You surge with energy… too much energy.  […]

It seems that our whole world has changed in the last couple of months with the global pandemic situation. Our […]

Dear Teachers, THANK YOU! Two simple words that say so much, yet not quite enough. Especially this year, this crazy, […]

Our lives should reflect the light of Jesus. We shine so others may see how bright He is through us.

It is true that fear has a destructive power in our life. But it is also true that faith in […]

I suppose the first question you might ask me may be, “Why should I want to conquer my fears?”  And […]

People are afraid.   They are afraid of losing their health, wealth, mind, job, spouse or children.   They are afraid of […]

When the First World War ended, the King and Queen of Belgium wanted to honor President Hoover for the aid […]

When the first whispers of the coronavirus started reaching the United States, I wasn’t concerned. My freshman year of college, […]

God gave clear instructions on what to do after the flood: give life, do not take it.

I recently had the opportunity to be the keynote speaker at an annual awards luncheon where I spoke on the […]

Barnabas was, in my opinion, the greatest man in the New Testament other than Jesus.   Why?   Because Barnabas was an […]

No matter how much evil may abound, God promises His love.

Springtime means gardens for many people. While my husband and I have tried our hand at vegetable gardens before, it […]

Most of us would admit that we are living in times that are distinct from anything we have ever known. […]

Philippians 4:6 tells us, “Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your […]

My favorite scenes in action movies are when the protagonist begins training to defeat his/her foe.  It is during this […]

By waiting on God, we bring honor to Him.

When we recognize our gifts and use them for God’s glory, we fulfill our purpose.

Last year, I was reading through books of the Bible I had never completed. I hate to admit that, but […]

A few days ago on my drive to the office I realized something that I suppose I already knew: Automobiles […]

Things are so weird, right now, for the church and those who lead her ministry. For weeks now, we’ve all […]

I have taken a lot of things in my life for granted. And now with all the “extra” stuff in […]

Why doesn’t God “prove” himself to us so there is no need for faith?” It would be easy for him […]

He loves us in spite of our worries and insecurities.

Have you ever wanted to improve at something without really knowing what improvement in that area actually looks like? Have […]

Normally when I am praying through a book of the Bible I fall in love with it and say it […]

Husband, never underestimate how much your wife craves your attention.   A wife’s heart sings when her husband picks up on […]

There’s a phrase people use that always bugs me. It’s when a harsh confrontation needs to be had and it’s […]

I was born into a military family. Those are my roots, and because of that, I probably don’t see the […]

Jacob, son of Isaac and grandson of Abraham, had twelve sons, including Joseph and the youngest, Benjamin. The ten older […]

If you are anything like me, you worry about what you cannot control.  You worry about things out of your […]

What has God told you to do and what has been your response?

Last night I dreamed about my dad. It’s strange, because although he passed away eleven years ago next month, this […]

(Read “How to Transition into ‘Gospel Conversations’ with Non-Christians” as it builds on this blog. https://lifeword.org/blog/how-to-have-gospel-conversations-with-non-believers/ As you peel back […]

I’m so thankful for a patient God, but there is coming a day when Jesus will return.

Marriages often crumble because one spouse looks to the other to completely satisfy his or her innate need for significance and for security. […]

Several years ago, I was flying back to Dallas from Lubbock, Texas, when I experienced by far the most turbulent […]

Easter may have looked different this year – yes. Virtual services, maybe a small family gathering for lunch depending on […]

It’s to that point.  You know what that point is for you.  Maybe we miss our friends.  Our “normal” routines. Our “normal” […]