How are we lonelier than ever when we can count all the friends we’ve made over the years on Facebook? Recently, 60% of Americans report that they feel lonely on a pretty regular basis. Some have a hard time finding friends in adulthood. Others have no shortage of friends, but still long for a […]
God asks every man to go on an epic journey with him. It’s a beautiful and difficult one, filled with obstacles that demand spiritual growth to overcome. Deep down, most people know they were meant to take such a journey. 74% of U.S. adults say they want to grow spiritually, according to a recent Barna […]
We’re taught how to do a lot of things growing up. How to tie your shoes, ride a bike and throw a football… But were you ever taught how to find friends? Nowadays, people are feeling more isolated than ever. A striking 76% of men “don’t have a close and trusted friend they can share […]
Do you think a lot about yourself and the plans you have for yourself? You need some UBUNTU. Game Plan: “For [together] we are God’s masterpiece [a plural identity of complementary togetherness]. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago.” Ephesians 2:10, […]
Can something “bad” turn out good for other people? Check out the answer in the life of a guy who got attacked, arrested and falsely imprisoned. Game Plan: “Now I want you to know, brothers and sisters, that my circumstances have turned out for the greater progress of the gospel, so that my imprisonment in the cause of Christ has […]
Steve Largent’s in the Hall of Fame, but this reconciliation stands taller. Watch how apology leads forgiveness. Game Plan: “And Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do.” Luke 23:24, ESV Time Out: Holding on to unforgiveness and bitterness has been likened to “drinking poison and expecting the other person to […]
Please watch this story. It’s so familiar we easily miss the fact that it is the epic event of human history…and it can change everything about how we live. Game Plan: “For I delivered to you as of first importance what I also received: that Christ died for our sins in accordance with the Scriptures, […]
Joni Eareckson Tada broke her neck. But her broken neck didn’t break her spirit. Watch how her grief became greatness…God’s way. Game Plan: “Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.” Romans 12:21, ESV “As for you, you meant evil against me, but God meant it for good, to bring it about that […]
I was jealous of some other guys, and it was really dumb. Watch and read why. Game Plan: ““For jealousy and selfishness are not God’s kind of wisdom. Such things are earthly, unspiritual, and demonic.” James 3:15, NLT “Fear of man will prove to be a snare, but whoever trusts in the LORD is kept […]
When your days on this earth are over and you “pass on the baton”, what will you be remembered for? What you intentionally (or unintentionally) pass on today is what you’ll be remembered for tomorrow. Game Plan: “For I am already being poured out like a drink offering, and the time for my departure is […]
So what if I got booed once (well, maybe twice) — listen to how my son joked about it and think about how we’ll be remembered. Game Plan: “He took some bread and gave thanks to God for it. Then he broke it in pieces and gave it to the disciples, saying, “This is my […]
Find out what encouraged a fearful ancient warrior and a ten-year old baseball player with a broken arm. Game Plan: “And the angel of the LORD appeared to him and said to him, “The LORD is with you, O mighty man of valor.” Judges 6:12, NLT “So, encourage each other and build each other up, […]
You may have mixed emotions on Father’s Day…watch and be reminded of the Perfect Father. Game Plan: “Make allowance for each other’s faults, and forgive anyone who offends you. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must forgive others.” Colossians 3:13, NLT “Honor your father and mother —which is the first commandment with a […]
Thank You List to Dad “Gratitude is getting a great deal of attention as a facet of positive psychology: Studies show that we can deliberately cultivate gratitude, and can increase our well-being and happiness by doing so. In addition, gratefulness—and especially expression of it to others—is associated with increased energy, optimism, and empathy.” (Psychologytoday.com) Game Plan: “Honor your father and mother. […]
“My father gave me the greatest gift anyone could give another person: He believed in me.” Jim Valvano Game Plan: “To Timothy, my dear son: Grace, mercy and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord. I thank God…as night and day I constantly remember you in my prayers. I am reminded of […]
“My concern is not whether God is on our side; my greatest concern is to be on God’s side, for God is always right.” Abraham Lincoln Game Plan: “When Joseph was taken to Egypt by the Ishmaelite traders, he was purchased by Potiphar, an Egyptian officer. Potiphar was captain of the guard for Pharaoh, the […]
Mother’s Day is a day to take nothing for granted, especially your parents. Do better than a card one day a year…grow the connection and conversation. Game Plan: “Honor your father and your mother, that your days may be long in the land that the LORD your God is giving you.” Exodus 20:12, ESV “Blessed […]
Want to make your kids giggle or blush…in a good way. Game Plan: “So, if there is any encouragement in Christ, any comfort from love, any participation in the Spirit, any affection and sympathy, complete my joy by being of the same mind, having the same love, being in full accord and of one mind. Do nothing from selfish ambition […]
Guess what couple can argue while holding hands. Could this be a new therapy? Watch to find out. Game Plan: “And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up.” Galatians 6:9, ESV Time Out: Perseverance is a proven path to positive outcomes. Consider what “doing […]
How do you bug your spouse? Learn how a change, even a beep, can make marriage sweet. Game Plan: “In the same way, you husbands must give honor to your wives. Treat your wife with understanding as you live together. She may be weaker than you are, but she is your equal partner in God’s […]
If you had just lost your wife or husband, would you concern yourself with revitalizing other people’s marriages? Watch and see a man invest in others while he faces his deepest blitz Game Plan: “Behold, you are beautiful, my love; behold, you are beautiful; your eyes are doves. My dove, my perfect one, is the […]
