A humorous look at the author's experience at the Crosswalk.com forum.

Moms seldom take time to be alone with God but it's essential for a healthy spiritual life. Take these steps and experience the rewards of taking the time to focus on God every day.

From the moment we are born, we are talk to be selfless, to think about others first and deny ourselves at our own expense. How can one give if we have nothing to give, if we are not allowed to collect abundance, whether it is love or money? It is our nature to be selfish and to...

Being content whether have plenty or little as long as we rest in the arms of the One who provides it all for us.

The story of Cain and Abel stands very close to 21st century man. For who cannot be exposed to the prevalence of murderous crimes existing in our society and world without occasionally reflecting back upon the first murder?

Man is extensively ignorant of the evil that lurks within. We are not cognizant of all the dirt and filth and meanness that reside in our hearts; the supreme deceiver.

I have witnessed, and I am sure you have too, individuals crack under the strain of personal tragedy. We have all observed the aftermath of accidents and other unexpected deaths which claimed the life of one member of a family and functionally end the lives of five others.

This week you may get knocked down off your feet. It may take you a while to get on sure footing and it may take strength of the heart to move forward. But keep the initiative, spring forward and live the life God has always wanted for you.

In the movie “Forest Gump” we see Forest succeed in just about every aspect of his life. What we admire most about him is his ability to overcome physical obstacles all throughout his life.

Pride is a double edged sword that can really cut if used in the wrong way.

Love can build a bridge Between your heart an mine Love can build a bridge Don't you think it's time? Don't you think it's time?

We are not popular in the fake world because it knows that we know it is fake. It cannot touch us because we are not inclined to be impressed with its allures.

Why do we have an Ego? If we are supposed to subdue our ego to attain enlightenment, we do we need one in the first place?

For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses. --HEBREWS 4:15 He was the kind of fellow you’d invite to watch the Rams-Giants game at your house. He’d wrestle on the floor with your kids, doze on your couch, and cook steaks on your grill. He’d laugh at your jokes and tell a few of His own. And when you spoke, He’d listen to you as if He had all the time in eternity. And one thing’s for sure, you’d invite Him back...

So, none of us arrived with an Owner’s Manual, neatly referenced to enable us to look up our ails, appreciate where we are, and, understand what is next. We expected its indelible validation to enable us to navigate some of the more fearful and exhilarating moments in our lives.

1. How can anyone receive direct communication from Divine Source, God, all that is? The answers...

Some of my greatest teachers have taught me that faith and trust are two of our most powerful allies. True belief in your ability to create results in your life is based upon this trust. We know that...

Feeling full? Perhaps it's time to get spilled.

When we can adopt an appreciation of the present moment our minds slow down enough for us to enjoy the experience of being alive. Within this experience of staying centered in the present, you'll find internal peace and mental and emotional clarity.

From the earliest days of the cavemen, stress has been a part of our lives. However, rapid advances in technology and a wealth of information have produced extra stress levels for many of us. When computers were first introduced many predicted a 15-20 hour work week but the opposite has happened. Our ability to reach people quickly and respond instantaneously has created an environment where the emphasis is on delivering now. The pressure to meet expectations is overwhelming if people do not possess coping mechanisms to manage their stress.

The feeling of anxiety can be hugely distressing, particularly when it lasts for a long time or comes in the form of intense panic attacks. For many, the idea of taking medication for immediate relief is tempting. Tranquilizers are a quick fix, which is what anxiety sufferers desperately want. And after all, if medication relieves anxiety so well, what is wrong with using it?

One of the most dangerous trends in working society today is job-related stress. Downsizing, reorganization, more overtime and increased competition are all drastically contributing to a permanent workforce seemingly usable to cope with the pressures of their jobs. Study after study reveals that the numbers behind the stress are truly staggering, and they point to a near-future of problems with gigantic implications. Companies that offer stress reduction programs get more productivity out of their employees and improve their bottom line.

Do you have difficulty leaving work behind at the end of the day? Do you find yourself dwelling on problems at work? Learn why you do this and what can be done about it.