From infinity to infinity. That is the scope. From our perspective, it is beyond understanding. Yet, for the One who is eternal and perfect, nothing is out of reach (Exodus 3:14-15). Romans 8:28 reads, “And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those …
Why should I? It is one of the most obvious questions, but we seldom think about it. It is like breathing; taken for granted, but of utmost importance. Just as we can do nothing apart from breathing, we can do nothing without first having a motive for doing it. To demonstrate this point, …
The body was created for a particular purpose. As the form of a process follows the function of a process, there is a reason our bodies are able to improve their efficiency. This allows us to do such things as hold on to, lose, or gain muscle. Such a process is not random; …
Just be nice. This is a very popular slogan in our culture, and it is evident that many people swear by it. The thinking goes something like this: it does not cost you anything to be nice to everyone, so you may as well do it. While the logic can be understood, this …
In the first part of the series, we explored what a vocation is and why it is important in all of our lives. In this second and final part, we are going to navigate its historical significance, and how that affects us even today. With all that was happening during the Reformation period …
In the world of real estate, the phrase “location, location, location” is familiar. Such an expression alludes to the fact that the location of a home or business is the most important factor to consider. The location of a home is like soil. If it is fertile, then whatever is planted there has …
At some point in your life, you have probably heard someone say that when we die we will finally escape these no-good bodies, and our spirits will be elevated to heaven forever. This idea seems harmless, right? Careful; while we can understand the sentiment, such a belief is actually tied to a deep-rooted …
The primary purpose of CPR is to keep oxygenated blood flowing to the brain until the heart can be defibrillated (mended), and the person revived. Without an oxygen supply, the brain’s cells will begin to die, and the functioning of the body will follow suit. If you are familiar with CPR, you know …
Everybody sees therapy differently. The word “therapy” actually comes from the Greek word “therapeuein,” which means to “minister to” or “to treat medically” (1). Accordingly, we all have our own outlets where we find we can minister to our needs. For some, that may be exercise. For others, that may be venting to …
Being an introvert may seem like an obstacle in a culture that equates success with the go-getter traits of an extrovert. With such a temperament, it can be easy to feel like you are not living up to your potential. On the other hand, if you are an extrovert, you may long for …
