Category Archives: The Pursuit

We read a lot about people having near-death experiences.  While that’s fascinating and can be life changing you don’t have to have that to begin to get the most out of life.  How about you start thinking in terms of having near-life experiences today.  Don’t just exist today.  Don’t be content with just reacting toContinue reading “Near Life Experience”

When I walked into the Walnut Community School in August of 1985 I started a journey that has been exciting, steady, frustrating and challenging yet as fulfilling as any job could be. One of the best decisions I made was to teach and coach.  I was blessed and count those blessings I had in 37Continue reading “The Best Prize”

“And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.”John 8:32 Sin deceives with promises of freedom, but it only delivers bondage, heartache, sorrow, and ultimately death, separating us from the only true source of life—Jesus Christ. Sin burdens the heart, as lies weigh you down, piling one on top of anotherContinue reading “The Truth That Sets You Free”

Who doesn’t want to experience the best part of life?  It comes by what we give, not what we receive, and comes by what we give purposely. We are kind and generous on purpose.  Some days it is harder than others, but that’s where the on purpose comes into play. Being kind may simply beContinue reading “Purposeful Kindness”

One of the reasons we wanted to live in the Iowa Great Lakes region full time was for the access to a wide variety of live music.  Last year we went to the Bachman Turner Overdrive (BTO) concert in Okoboji.  It was a blast and provides what I think is a good thought for usContinue reading “Live Your Destiny”