I am almost seventy-five and have “retired” three times, none of the retirements were my plan, but looking back I can see God’s hand all over my path. In 2009, I was “retired” in a downsizing. I did not plan to retire, but it launched my consulting career. That change was a blessing I would… Continue reading Retirement…Then What?
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Born…Born Again
John 3:5-7 Jesus answered, “Very truly I tell you, no one can enter the kingdom of God unless they are born of water and the Spirit. Flesh gives birth to flesh, but the Spirit gives birth to spirit. You should not be surprised at my saying, ‘You must be born again.’” “Flesh gives birth to flesh, but Spirit gives birth… Continue reading Born…Born Again
The Gospel of… “It’s About Me”
I was thinking about Jesus’ ministry compared to typical ministry today. Jesus’ ministry was like a magnet. People flocked to him in large crowds. He would take the time to teach them and heal them, however, His ministry was focused on making disciples. His goal was to make disciples to carry on His message. He… Continue reading The Gospel of… “It’s About Me”
The Rich Young Ruler
Luke 18:18-23 18 A certain ruler asked Jesus, “Good teacher, what must I do to inherit eternal life?” 19 “Why do you call me good?” Jesus answered. “No one is good—except God alone. 20 You know the commandments: ‘You shall not commit adultery, you shall not murder, you shall not steal, you shall not give false testimony, honor your father and… Continue reading The Rich Young Ruler
Unity in the Body of Christ
We all have heard differing philosophies spoken by Christian Leaders. The problem that I see is they create factions in the Body of Christ which is called to be One Body and to be God’s Messenger to this world. Church leaders seem to mirror politicians with each side stating their beliefs that they have formed… Continue reading Unity in the Body of Christ
How Does the Business World Fit into the Kingdom?
From my observation, most Christian business owners, leaders and managers have a tough time connecting the principles of managing a business with Biblical principles. Most management problem solving and decision making appears to happen without seeking God’s wisdom or reviewing the underlying guidance from Scripture. So, what is the purpose of a business? Is it… Continue reading How Does the Business World Fit into the Kingdom?
The Principle of the Path
Are you on a path in life? Do you have plans you would like to accomplish this year, next year or in the long term? Do you have ideas that will help you get there? Some people would say yes, they have goals, and they are working toward them. Others seem too just live day-to-day.… Continue reading The Principle of the Path
Walking Faithfully with God
Have you ever pondered the statement in Genesis 5:24 that says, “Enoch walked faithfully with God; then he was no more, because God took him away.” He walked faithfully with God. What does that mean? Think of Adam. He had direct conversations with God. So did his son Cain. However, neither walked faithfully with God. Even… Continue reading Walking Faithfully with God
The Lack of Candidates
I have discovered there is a name for the candidate shortage phenomena we are all going through, Sansdemic. A sansdemic is the lack of people, or the lack of enough people, to fulfill the work force openings that exist. For the last year, people have been trying to blame the COVID Pandemic, but the signs… Continue reading The Lack of Candidates
Do not be a Lean School Dropout
Dave Johnson 9-11-2018 When I first began attending college years ago, I planned to be a high school teacher. As I worked my way through college working in an industrial environment, I began to realize how different and challenging things were. It was another world from the small dairy farm I grew up on. There… Continue reading Do not be a Lean School Dropout
Nothing Is Beyond You
I love wordsmiths and Rich Mullins is one of my favorites. He has a way of saying things in his songs that my heart wants to say, but I cannot put the feelings into words. He created a song titled Nothing is Beyond You that speaks of the awesomeness of our Lord in such a… Continue reading Nothing Is Beyond You
If It Isn’t Broken – Don’t Fix It (The Road to Perfection)
Dave Johnson 10-10-17 This is a common saying among tradesmen, engineers, and some in manufacturing positions. Most believe they are trying to say something positive, assuming that if a job is running, it is making money and the people working on that job are happily employed, all is well. All good ideas, but what does… Continue reading If It Isn’t Broken – Don’t Fix It (The Road to Perfection)
Two Kingdoms
I have been aware that there are two Kingdoms vying for the minds of people for a long time. One Kingdom guided by Jesus’ statement, “Love God with your whole heart, soul and mind and love your neighbor as yourself.” The other Kingdom is driven by the mantra, “Life is all about you. Get what… Continue reading Two Kingdoms
5 Levels of Listening
Really communicating your thoughts with someone is challenging. You must learn to listen first. Most people confuse listening with hearing. Listening takes concentration. It takes knowing what the person is actually trying to communicate to you. Hearing understands what they are saying through your perception or your filter. Listening understands what they are saying through… Continue reading 5 Levels of Listening
Truth from Ecclesiastes
I will never stop being amazed at the relevance of Scripture. You can read a passage a thousand times, even know the chapter and verse, but then something happens in real life and the Scripture jumps into your mind. Ecclesiastes 4:9-12 Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor:If… Continue reading Truth from Ecclesiastes
The Power of Paradox
Those of you that know me well know I love music. There are some word-smiths in the music industry that say things in a way that I cannot. One of my favorites is Michael Card. He has a way of expression that is able to say things I struggle to put into words. God has… Continue reading The Power of Paradox
Do We Let Scripture Speak?
I heard a well delivered message on listening to God speak through His Word. The passage used was James 1:19-25. Verse 19 says, “Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry”. The passage goes on to say, “Humbly accept the Word planted in you”. Verse 22 says, “Do not… Continue reading Do We Let Scripture Speak?
The Meaning of Love in Relationships
I have struggled for years with the random ways we use the word “love” in our culture. It is used so broadly the meaning of it has become meaningless. We say we love everything from ice cream, to sunsets, to our mate and to our God. I just struggle with such a variety of meanings… Continue reading The Meaning of Love in Relationships
For Better or For Worse
“For better or for worse, for richer or for poorer, in sickness and in health until death do us part”. These are words we hear at most weddings; starry-eyed young people, deeply in love, pledging themselves to one another. Setting in the audience we get teary-eyes thinking about our own special day. How beautiful the… Continue reading For Better or For Worse
“And the Two will become One”
Have you ever wondered what God meant when He said, “And the two will become one”? Obviously married people are still two physically separate individuals. And yet He said, “What God has joined together let no man separate”. In the last few years people we are close to have lost a mate. They were married… Continue reading “And the Two will become One”
Stewardship
Words are our method of communication, but rarely do we all put the same definition on them. I find this often in the words of scripture. Words are used that don’t apply to our society and so we tend to put “our definition” on the word and apply it through our definition. I believe sometimes… Continue reading Stewardship
Sacrificial Giving
I have heard people talk about sacrificial giving since I started going to church some 30 years ago. Lately I have begun to question the thought that is behind the term. What is sacrificial giving? Is it giving more than a tithe? Is it giving until it hurts? Is it always about money? Webster’s Dictionary… Continue reading Sacrificial Giving
A Need or a Want?
People that know me well hear me quote my mother often. She had many “sayings” that have helped shape me into the man I am today. One of them was her response to a child’s pleading for something. If I would say, “but I really need this thing”, she would simple ask, “Do you need… Continue reading A Need or a Want?
When is a Gift Truly a Gift?
Think about the last time someone gave you a gift. What was the reason? Maybe it was your birthday or your anniversary. What were the reasons you gave gifts the last few times; maybe to your spouse, your child, your mother or a friend? Ask yourself why this gift giving took place. Were you part… Continue reading When is a Gift Truly a Gift?
Unconditional Relationships
The key word here is unconditional; a gift is given unconditionally with no “strings” attached. If it isn’t unconditional, it is a trade, not a gift, expecting something in return. A true unconditional gift expects nothing in return. We witness this when we see a parent caring for a new born; unconditional care with no… Continue reading Unconditional Relationships
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