“For the Lord does not see as man sees; for man looks at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.”  -  1 Samuel 16:7 (NIV)One person described all of us as an iceberg. Think about an iceberg floating in the ocean. The top part of the iceberg - the part you can see - is only about 15% of the whole. The other 85% is hidden below the surface of the water.This is a lot like our lives. ...

“Whoever walks in integrity walks securely, but whoever takes crooked paths will be found out.” - Proverbs 10:9 (NIV)There was a man who was a well-known contractor, renowned for his exceptional craftsmanship and integrity. He built houses that people trusted to last a lifetime. Using only the finest materials, he never cut corners. His reputation for quality was unmatched.As he grew older, he dec...

“Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ also loved the church and gave Himself for her.”  -  Ephesians 5:25In many action movies, there’s a pivotal moment in the story that stands out. The hero is in the heat of the battle - the mission is urgent, the stakes are high, and everything is on the line. Explosions are going off, the enemy is closing in, and time is running out. The hero is charging ...

“Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.”  -  Psalm 90:12A nationally known preacher once shared a powerful story about how busyness nearly overtook his life. He was a man in high demand, constantly receiving invitations to speak, preach, and lead events. He didn’t want to disappoint people, so he said “yes” to nearly every opportunity that came his way.One day, he visited...

“Do not overwork to be rich; because of your own understanding, cease!”  -  Proverbs 23:4Bill Walton, the co-founder of Holiday Inns, once shared a heart-wrenching regret about his life. He had built one of the most successful hotel chains in America. By the world’s standards, he was the epitome of success. But at a Bible study in Florida, Walton opened up about the cost of that success.He confess...