Chappy Chats

The Distraction of Comparison

The things that trip us in our attempt to emulate the life of our Savior Jesus is the distraction of the Devil. He keeps us looking at the wrong thing. Our distractions are what destroys our future and the present as we miss the important and now.

Fits without the fit

We all need to learn how to better control our emotions and learn to direct them properly in our interactions. Hopefully this little acronym will help you to control your emotions. Thanks H.J. for this simple lesson.

Because He rose we must move - Learning to walk in the natural of God

When quote a miracle occurs we say that it was a super natural act. Yet in God's realm it is putting things back to their natural state from the unnatural state caused by our sin. God uses us to heal broken situations, bring light to darkness, and overcome offense. As we move in the Spirit with His life the world is restored.

Specks, Logs and Sowing

We have to be careful in evaluating situations and not put our judgements on other people. We have to see our own faults as we accuse others of violating the rules. Also know that what we sow we will reap.

Remember and Reflect

Sometimes we need to slow down and take account of the experiences of life to have a proper attitude. Take time to remember and reflect bon your life this week.

What rut are you trapped in?

Why do we not accomplish what is in our hearts to do? In this podcast I suggest six traps or ruts you might be in.

Heed the Call

In life the greatest call on our life is from Jesus. We need to hear when he calls , follow his direction and do all to stay with him. Also we need to heed the call from opportunities that come in our lives. We must do what it takes to follow that call and stick with that call.

Charity starts at home

We all are called on to be generous with our neighbors. However, to be generous and not have to have help ourselves we first need to know what we have in order to know what we can give. Also we need to realize that giving is not just money but also involves our time and talent or skills. We may not always have money to give but we might have time or a talent that would be beneficial to someone else. To be able to be truly generous we must first be stable ourselves to know what we can give.

What do you need and who are you listening too?

We all need someone to talk too. The question is are we talking to the right person? Do they shout or whisper? Do they interrupt or do they invite? Are they shaky in their stance or never waver? Are they selfish or do they care for you? There is one who is all of these! One who whispers, invites never wavers and cares for you and that is Jesus!

Hope lost and Found

Through research we have found that "hope" is one of the best predictors of thriving that there is. Yet in today's culture and society hope seems is shot supply. In this podcast I share some thought I developed as a result of a presentation by Dr. Freeze during a training class this past week. I am grateful for Dr. Freeze's insights from his research on Hope filled leadership. Mt desire is that you can take these thoughts that His presentation provoked in me will help you to find your hope if you have lost it or strengthen the hope you already have in your life.