3 Lessons We Can Learn From Halloween
If you’ve been to the supermarket recently, I’m sure you’ve seen huge bags of candy and all sorts of decorations for Halloween. And while many Christ-followers skip this celebration of ghosts, witches and skeletons in favor of harvest festivals and “trunk or treat”...
Sept. 6th is National Read a Book Day—Lets Celebrate it Together!
While “National Read a Book Day” isn’t the most well-known of national holidays, and gets shadowed by Labor Day, I believe it’s a rather important one — and I’m inviting you to celebrate it with me, on September 6, 2016! Our mind and body can benefit in a variety of...
The Gift Is You…The Ripple Effect
Life altering events occur in everyone’s lives. Many of them are planned and expected. Yet some happen that we don’t expect. On July 29, 2001, my life changed – drastically and unexpectedly. I was in a tragic go-kart racing accident that left me permanently paralyzed...
Why Is Hope Important
Have you ever wondered what life would be like without Hope? Without Hope for tomorrow? Hope for external life? Of course God knows the importance of Hope. He sent Jesus to walk among men and to die on a cross. Because of Jesus’ life and His death there is Hope for...
Now is the Time to Celebrate Life
Tick tock! Every second of every day, time marches on — whether or not you’re having a wonderful time. But if we learn to enjoy every day that God gives us — to cherish the time we’re given, to appreciate our loved ones, and to give thanks for life’s blessings — then...
How to Deal with Tough Times (and Grow from Them, Too)
As we prepare for Memorial Day weekend, many of us are thinking about picnics and barbecues and other kinds of family get-togethers. But for many others, Memorial Day is a solemn occasion, when we commemorate the brave men and women who gave their lives while serving...
Reflections on Beauty: 6 Words To Remember
How do you see yourself? Are you proud of your body? Your face? Your outer being? So many men and women struggle with self-doubt concerning their physicality. Our height, weight, hair and other characteristics can have a huge impact on how we feel about ourselves —...
The Joy of Speaking
Public speaking is a big fear for many people. It’s been shown in some studies to be our greatest fear. Most people I know would rather do anything than get up in front of an audience to talk. Even celebrities get nervous when they’re on stage to speak or sing. A few...
The Empty Cross
Easter is one of our favorite holidays. It’s a time to reflect on the past and think about the memories, traditions, and God’s blessings that are associated with this important time of year. We celebrate Easter in many ways. For some people it’s a time for hiding...
The Gift Is You Journey Continues
After The Gift Is You was published on July 29, 2014, Sales, Marketing, and Promotion became my focus. This new component of the book writing world opened up for me with excitement and unexpected joy. I must admit – there’s been some anxiety too. Book signing events...
A Christmas Message
Christmas is almost here! Spotlights shine brightly on Nativity scenes in front of churches. Homes and businesses sparkle with Christmas lights, wreaths, and poinsettias. Christmas songs can be heard on many radio stations. Salvation Army volunteers ring their bells...
What Does Being Thankful – Really Mean?
Thanksgiving Day is one of the great American holidays. It’s a day of relaxation with family and eating delicious food. And for many, it’s a great day to watch college football games. I look forward to this day each year. On Thanksgiving Day, what if someone asked...
A Day that Changed the Way We Live
September 11, 2001 – the world stopped in disbelief of the horrific attack on America. It was a day that three thousand innocent people lost their lives due to an unimaginable and senseless terrorist act on the Twin Towers. And we will always remember the fearless...
Life’s One Constant: Change
Sometimes I have a difficult time with change. Yet, when things stay the same for too long, I get bored. On the other hand, when things change too quickly – or unexpectedly, I find myself feeling uncomfortable or even negative. Mostly, I feel uncertain because I can’t...
What a Year It Has Been
Last year at this time, I was wrapping up plans for my book launch to be held on the 13th anniversary of my go-kart racing accident. Connie Hurn and I worked hard for seven years to write The Gift Is You, and it was finally time for people to read our story of hope in...
All Things Are Possible
Easter is the most significant of all the Christian holidays. Jesus led a pure life and then he died on the cross for you and me. God gave us His only son, so you and I would be saved from our sins and have a blessed life on Earth and eternal life! People have many...
Is It a Miracle, an Angel or a Coincidence?
Have you said “I can’t believe that was a coincidence” after a situation you’ve been in? I know a lot of people think things just happen. It is difficult for me to believe that most things are simply a coincidence. I think they are meant to happen for a reason. God...
The Season of Hope
Dear friends and loved ones: It is almost Christmas. The weather is getting colder here in Michigan. The Christmas trees are up and all the decorations are so beautiful. The Christmas songs are being played. These songs always bring back so many memories. This is the...