by Debbie | Authenticity, Connecting, Influence, Uncategorized
Looking through the lens of faith, we can see aging as a precious gift given to us by a loving God. As the years pass, we can reflect on the chapters of our lives. With each passing day, we can gather the treasures of experience, wisdom, and resilience, adding...
by Debbie | Influence, Spiritual Depth, Uncategorized
We say it all the time – “God has a plan.” “GOD HAS A PLAN!” A disturbing life situation occurs and we respond – “God has a plan.” A young person goes home to be with Jesus. – “God has a plan.” A situation doesn’t turn out as we prayed....
by Debbie | Boundaries, Influence, Leadership
Boundaries are a necessary component of leading ourselves well and leading others well. Kindness is a necessary component of healthy boundaries. Without boundaries, our influence suffers. People will lose faith in what we say, and it will take longer for our...
by Debbie | Influence, Recovery, Spiritual Depth
Your influence is a blessing to someone. Too many someones! With our God-ordained opportunities, experiences, and the good or bad decisions you’ve made, you are blessed to have a unique testimony to share. Personally speaking, I’ve made some awful...
by Debbie | Influence, Recovery
To Solomon, the presence of God was both assuring and unsettling. How assuring his promises were (see 1 Kings 9:1:5), how unsettling his warnings (see 1 Kings 9:6-9). But both are necessary. We need assurance. Contrary to what we like, we also need unsettling....