Suppose I interviewed one hundred individuals and posed the question, “What is the significance of productivity to you? It’s probable the majority would find “productivity” to be an unattainable goal, rather than a reality, especially since it’s disheartening to face a to-do list that never ends. Being unstoppable is something many people strive for. This blog aims to reinforce the idea that " stopping " is the first action to becoming " unstoppable ." Also, it's a reminder that there’s a...

I'm happy to host Karen Griffin, author, writer, bible-teacher, and speaker as my guest blogger today. Life is challenging at times, especially when the everyday demands grow out of control. Karen shares her struggle when feeling overwhelmed and God's response. Thank you, Karen, for sharing your heart with us today. We're beyond blessed! The suitcases sit by the dining room table. The snack box holds the leftover snacks. Clothes on hangers lay across the back of the couch. It looks as if I...

SCRIPTURE: Matthew 1:1,17, 18-25 Merry Christmas Eve! At long last, the busy season has ended. The decorating is done, the gifts purchased, wrapped, and under the tree; preparations have been made for tomorrow’s dinner, and now, a much-needed pause as you gaze at the twinkling lights on the tree. Right! For some of us, it’s Christmas Eve, and we’re frantically trying to finish the shopping and baking as we hurry past the undecorated tree. No matter which scenario, tomorrow, whether we’re...