“People everywhere want to be convinced that the things they think about doing and wish they could make real, are possible…” – Lori Tingley
‘And it shall come to pass in the last days, says God, That I will pour out of My Spirit on all flesh; Your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, Your young men shall see visions, Your old men shall dream dreams.’ (Acts 2:17)
What dream is currently brewing in your heart, waiting to be birthed?
In yesterday’s devotional titled “Experience the Miracle,” I shared about miracles and visions. …

“Jeri Bradley had a profound and positive impact on Culpeper!” – Gary Close, Culpeper Commonwealth Attorney
Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, yes, I will help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand. Isaiah 41:10
What will be the ultimate legacy of Jeri Bradley in the future of Culpeper and Virginia?
On January 15, I was very sad to discover that Jeri Bradley had died the day before. Not only did Jeri have a profound and positive …

“Kindness is a language we all understand.” – Mother Teresa
When they had read it, they rejoiced over its encouragement. (Acts 15:31)
Who and in what way can you show appreciation to today?
I subscribe to the Simple Truths email newsletter. Yesterday I received the year-end message from Mac Anderson, founder of Simple Truths. Now I’d like to thank you for letting me be part of your life in 2007 by passing along Mac’s message and link to one of his all-time favorite inspirational movies. Enjoy!
“This is our last newsletter in 2007. And …

“The world would never starve for wonders, but only for the warmth of wonder.”  – G. K. Chesterton
Then the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid, for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy which will be to all people. “For there is born to you this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord.” (Luke 2:10-11)
Who can you share the wonder of Christmas with this year?
On December 10, I sent a devotional titled “Letter from Jesus about Christmas.” In response to …

History has demonstrated that the most notable winners usually encountered heartbreaking obstacles before they triumphed. They won because they refused to become discouraged by their defeats. – B. C. Forbes
But Jesus looked at them and said to them, “With men this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.” (Matt. 19:26)
How do you react when you see people develop their ability to do what seems impossible?
Yesterday as I was sorting emails in the Inbox of MS Outlook, I came across Jack Stagman’s email that he forwarded to his entire …

“Less is almost always more!”- Mac Anderson
The LORD protects the simplehearted; when I was in great need, he saved me. (Psalm 116:6)
What can you let go of to simplify your life?
In the process of preparing yesterday’s devotional, I perused all the web pages at Simpletruths.com. The website is simple, but very effective. Their new blog is the favorite one I have ever seen. Here is what the Mac Anderson says on his About Us page:
There is one thing in life that took me a long time to learn, and that’s… …

Give the gift of inspiration…it keeps on giving! – Mac Anderson
The law of the LORD is perfect, reviving the soul. The statutes of the LORD are trustworthy, making wise the simple. (Psalm 19:7)
What gifts of inspiration will you give this Christmas?
This morning while staying at my brother’s house in Maryland, I checked my email and discovered a message from Mac Anderson, the founder of Simple Truths. Don’t you love that name – “Simple truths?” If you’re like me, you desire simplicity, but great impact. God is a god of multiplication. …

By simply asking the right questions, you can invite people into opportunities and possibilities.
And He said to them, “Why did you seek Me? Did you not know that I must be about My Father’s business?” (Luke 2:49)
How do you try to influence people to make positive change?
How effective is your approach?
The Accelerated Coaching Training (ACT) class is having a profound impact on me in many ways, many of them unexpected. It’s making me take a hard look at how I steward my time and relationships – how I try to …