There are what we call the “Two 2’s of Freedom.” The first two is the reality that freedom is internal and external. The second two is, freedom is responsible or irresponsible. Those two thoughts summarize critical insights about freedom. Even though freedom sounds simple, most people, including me, find it difficult to practice that summary. Radically Different …
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Sharing the truth with another person who needs to hear it is scary for most people. If you have a structure to follow, it will help immensely. The structure we propose is from the Moment of Truth, created by Robert Fritz and Bruce Bodaken, and is part of our GR8 Leaders curriculum. Use these four steps in a Catalytic …
Catalytic conversations are a way to show someone that you genuinely care about them. Unfortunately, they may not think or feel your love. People seldom associate love with sharing the truth, despite Ephesians 4:15, which states, “…sharing the truth in love.” It is difficult for us to think of love outside of the realm of …
Below are 3 simple tools for better thinking that can enhance your life and relationships. Your thinking is the most potent influence on anything you do or feel, so clarity in thinking is critical.Slow Your Thinking (Emotions) Down The first tool helps you when a situation stimulates your emotions in some way. For example, a near-miss …
Your thinking is a catalyst for change, and good thinking helps us eliminate the bad part of a common pattern everyone experiences. The pattern repeats itself over and over in life, and the outcome of each occurrence leads either to a life that glorifies God or one that becomes increasingly self-absorbed.Three ElementsThere are three simple …
Your emotions are indicators of what is happening in your mind, whether through stored memories or current thoughts. Why are you afraid when watching a scary movie? When something scary happens on the screen, why do you jump? Is it because you are in danger? Of course not – it is just a movie!Scary MovieSuppose …
The judgment on men was very different than the one on women. As you start learning about it, you will begin to see why it is so different. You will see the theme of man’s judgment and the pain he will feel because of Adam’s sin in the Garden of Eden.Judgments Are RealWhile the judgments …
The unknown judgment on women has a specific theme and pain that is created for her because of Eve’s sin in the Garden of Eden. And, man is a part of and plays a distinct role in the woman’s judgment, which is evident in daily life. God’s judgment for women is very different than men’s, …