Why You Can’t Follow Jesus From a Distance
According to a recent study, two-thirds of the workforce in America experiences workplace fatigue.[1] The National Safety Council (NSC) defines fatigue as “feelings of tiredness, sleepiness, reduced energy, and increased effort needed to perform tasks at a desired level.” Simply put, a lot of Americans are weary. Our weariness can stem from the obvious—a lack […]
The Loneliness Epidemic and the Role of the Local Church
Research indicates that more than one-third of Americans describe themselves as lonely or socially isolated.[1] Loneliness is a quiet epidemic that has become increasingly problematic in recent years and ballooned during the pandemic. Researchers have long known the adverse impact loneliness has on depression and anxiety and that it increases the likelihood of medical vulnerabilities. […]
Try a Little Kindness
Recently I was in heavy traffic when a man sped by me and flipped me off. I confess, my response was inappropriate—I erupted in a fit of laughter. I wasn’t attempting to provoke the man. I’ve read numerous news reports about road-raged lunatics shooting innocent drivers on the interstate. It’s just that his “gesture” struck […]
What the Church Can Learn From Alcoholics Anonymous
My friends in Alcoholics Anonymous tell me there’s a mantra in AA that says, “You are only as sick as your secrets.” One of the reasons AA has been so successful in helping people beat addiction is because they offer a non-judgmental community where people can tell the truth about the ugliest parts of their […]