AI is woven into our daily lives in ways we barely notice. From filtering emails to curating our social media feeds, AI quietly

“The best way to predict the future is to create it.”~Peter Drucker The year ahead won’t shape itself—you have to take charge. Success

“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go.” ~ Dr.

He who can no longer pause to wonder and stand rapt in awe, is as good as dead; his eyes are closed. ~Albert Einstein.

Words can be empty, but a word can be powerful! What’s Your Word for 2025?Don’t have one? Think it’s overrated, trivial, or not

“We tend to forget about tomorrow and eternity when our days are filled with the tyranny of the urgent.”~Troy Reinke. How are you

“It’s not where you start. It’s where you finish that counts.” ~Zig Ziglar. As we approach the final stretch of 2024, I have a

“Show respect, even to people who don’t deserve it; not as a reflection of their character, but as a reflection of yours.” —Dave Willis.

“The tragedy of life is what dies inside a man while he lives.” ~Albert Schweitzer. The world is waiting for what you have.

“I do not believe one can settle how much we ought to give. I am afraid the only safe rule is to give

Ideas are a dime a dozen. I have dozens of them rolling around in my brain almost 24/7, and you do, too. I’ve

If I have discovered one thing in 65 years, Ecclesiastes 3 is spot on: There is a time and a season for everything. Seasons come and go, and they tend not to linger. But the bottom line is: Don’t let the old man in.

Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take but by the moments that take our breath away. ~Unknown. My mom

“Stupid is built into the plan.” ~Pastor Randy Harvey. At some point in your life, you realize that everything doesn’t depend on you.

“…choose you this day whom ye will serve…” ~Joshua 24:15. By the time you read this, you will already have made several thousands

Stop evading the question: What do you actually want with your one wild, terrifying, unpredictable, and tragically short life? I’m glad that John’s

What is your message? You’ve got one shot! There’s something burning inside of you that everyone needs to know, hear, or understand. One

Disappearing is not isolation. Disappearing is about building a moat around the castle of your life and choosing what comes in and out. In the first

There will always be fires and storms and dragons, especially the ones you don’t see coming. ~John Delony. Sometimes, we are our own worst

Most people die at 25, but aren’t buried until 75. ~Benjamin Franklin. Later this year, my mom will have been gone for five

Your greatest danger is letting the urgent things crowd out the important. ~Charles E. Hummel I was home alone on Saturday. Elizabeth was

Money is only a tool. It will take you wherever you wish, but it will not replace you as the driver. ~Ayn Rand.

Are you building a strong résumé or preparing to leave a lasting legacy? ~Mark Sanborn. Legacy is important. It is not what you are.

Successful people do consistently what other people do only occasionally. ~Craig Groeschel. We all are consistent — with something. It’s that something that makes

“We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.” ~Aristotle. Look, we’re all good at being consistent.

We can get so wound up in goals that we forget that the little things make big waves. I’m learning more and more

The man who does not read has no advantage over the man who cannot read. ~Mark Twain. We’ve got you covered if you’re

Words matter! And a single word can make a difference in your 2024. Successful leaders and many scriptures throughout the Bible caution us

A reader lives a thousand lives before he dies. The man who never reads lives only one. ~George R.R. Martin. Reading has become an

“If you don’t know where you are going, you’ll end up someplace else.” – Yogi Berra. Most of us spend minutes planning for

“Plans are nothing; planning is everything.” — Dwight Eisenhower The new year is upon us. Have you thought much about it? Where is

The more I get to know people, the more I realize why Noah only allowed animals on the boat. You attract what you

Transformation happens when we invest in others. Do you feel like you are unseen? Forgotten? Left out? We have all experienced those moments,

Things are not what they seem. This is a world at war. ~John Eldredge. John Eldredge didn’t make that quote this week. He

DOWNLOAD YOUR 2023 CHRISTMAS GIFT-GIVING GUIDE. It’s the most wonderful time of the year. And it’s less than three months away. Do you

“It’s not where you start; it’s where you finish that counts.” ~Zig Ziglar. It ain’t over ’til it’s over. And there’s one-fourth of

When was the last time you said something nice? About yourself? To yourself? Think about this: You’ll never talk to anyone as much

John Wooden was known as the Wizard of Westwood. He coached UCLA to ten consecutive men’s college basketball titles and is one of

Life can come at you hard, and it can come at you often. But here are some keys that can help you unlock

We often get stuck when we encounter various emotions. And, yes, it’s easy to become paralyzed at a crossroads or get frustrated with

As you may know, I left social media in the summer of 2023. It’s not the only time sucker I have eliminated, but

Over the past few months, I’ve begun to retrain my brain — again. That means changing beliefs, boundaries, and actions. And it means

We all have an enemy called average. It doesn’t matter where you are in life. Your job, your finances, your mission, your house

Face it. You’re going to make it! There are days, situations, and encounters that we dread, put off, and “know” we won’t make

When you live on purpose, you will not have to chase opportunities. They will find you. ~Ken Coleman. Are you living intentionally? Do

“It’s not whether you win or lose. It’s how you play the game.” ~Grantland Rice. My oldest son was preparing for a college

Happy Mother’s Day to my mom, Eloise Morton Bailey. She died in 2019 before all the Coronavirus craziness started. Until then, she was

Have the times changed, or have people changed? Or is it a little bit of both? Technology changes, media changes, industries change, opinions vary, and politics change, but when we wander aimlessly away from basic tenets and values, aren’t we wandering away from truth and principle? There are principles, and there are preferences.

We all do it. We decide not to decide. And that’s a decision that adds more to the load. What are you putting off? So get on with it, will ya? Here’s how to make the decision.

Like many holidays, Easter has become a commercial giant. The National Retail Federation says consumers will spend about $24 billion this Easter season.

Many things can limit you, hold you back, and keep you from becoming what God has intended you to be. But the one with the biggest handcuffs is you and me. It’s all in your head — and mine! You can decide to stay where you are, or you can choose to go through it. Either way, it’s a choice.

  On July 25, 2019, we got the news: “No cancer! They got it all.” Obviously, we were delighted with the news on

They nip at you like a chihuahua grabbing at your pants’ legs. They hang around like the gnatty gnat aggravating you. What are

Got a big goal this year? Haven’t started the journey yet? Maybe it’s time to take the plunge. Stop getting ready to get

There was a lot to learn in 2022. Failures, successes, tragedy, loss, change, and adjustment. But as Maxwell says, “Sometimes you win, sometimes

What is your word for 2023? Don’t have one? Think it’s trite, silly, or you say, “what’s the use”? Keep reading. Finding your

As the years go by, I enjoy reading more and more. Obviously, the Bible is the leading book we read, but people often ask what we’re reading.

Here’s a rundown that includes current reads, as well as my all-time classics.

It’s incredible the people you meet when you take the time. But I also wonder who I miss because I get in a hurry. How about you?

Civil conversation seems like a thing of the past. It wasn’t long ago that you could talk about religion, politics, or life without

In a day when new books, new fads, and new tools abound and yell at us in ads, emails, and social media, it’s always a good reminder that we have our roots in one book, one fad, and one tool: The Bible. Here are five powerful reminders in a world of chaos, divisiveness, and endless crazy.

It’s not only about how you show up. In recent weeks and months, I’m learning it’s just as important where you show up. Where, because that determines how you show up. Think about that.

It’s a slight change of focus that can be a game-changer.

There comes a time in every season to get real. Now is the time, especially when it comes to your money. When times

Words kill; words give life; they’re either poison or fruit—you choose. Proverbs 18:21 (The Message). It’s time to eliminate some words from our

Everything is not on fire. Now is the time to slow down. And we can slow down to speed up. In a world that tells us we must speed up and keep up, slowing down is essential.

Get some tips here.

Life teaches you a lot. Now, what you learn from it is another story. Doors close, others open, people come in and out of your life, and things change. But you can start fresh every day.

Here are some things I learned during the first half of the year.

Inflation and the summer are here for a while. Most of us are scurrying to lower costs and save money from the highest inflation in 40 years, so I’ll cut right to the chase. Don’t scoff: Every little bit may help, especially in the long run.

If you’re serious about saving money and increasing efficiency, read on: There are some helpful ideas here.

It’s an endless, vicious cycle of America’s institutions jockeying for position. The TV elite say you shouldn’t trust the Supreme Court, the president says you can’t trust Congress, and churches often tell us to beware of the government. It’s the old case of blowing out someone else’s candle so yours will shine brighter.

So who do you trust these days?

Success can seem elusive. In fact, only eight percent of people reach their goals, meaning 92% never get there. Which category are you

The race is on. You have six months left in the year. So what do you need or want to accomplish? You’ve got time to finish the year strong!

As the years go by, I enjoy reading more and more. Obviously, the Bible is the leading book we read, but people often ask what we’re reading.

Here’s a rundown that includes current reads, as well as my all-time classics.

Life is about perspective.

Often, it’s not just the principles, guidelines and rules. It’s more about beliefs, values, determination and persistence. Want to get to the next level? Here are 13 suggestions to help you start turning the big boat around. This list is about changing your mindset and perspective.

You can do this. You were made for this moment.

Everyone is concerned about their money — and for a good reason. The Fed raised interest rates Wednesday, and it’s expected they could

I’m longing for the good ol’ days. And it’s okay to long for good things. Remember the days when you could drink from a water hose, play stickball in the front yard with neighbors and enjoy family.

We all have a bias. It’s inevitable, and it’s natural. Sometimes, a bias is as simple as a preference. Other times it’s more

Finance fundamentals are often straightforward, but our habits and tendencies often get us into trouble. Here are some real-life questions — and guardrails — offered by clients and traditional thinking.

Get the Cheat Sheet Whether it’s John Maxwell, Zig Ziglar, Og Mandino, Napoleon Hill, Mark Batterson or in the Bible, movers and shakers

Jesus asked more than 300 questions in the Bible. He knew the answers, so why did he ask? He wanted people to think for themselves.

Here are some questions to mess with your thinking.

Today’s your day. It’s the day the procrastination ends. It’s a new beginning. At least for a day. The Bible calls us to

It all starts in your head. Eventually, whatever goes in comes out of your mouth and turns into your actions. Think of words as seeds. Those seeds are planted by the things you hear and see.

You were born an original, don’t die a copy. ~John Mason. The world is full of copycats. Today more than ever, a cookie-cutter

No decision is a decision. Don’t be run over like a deer in the headlights. Or the indecisive squirrel. Let’s flip the script and turn indecision into a victory.

Quotes have always been a super starter for me. Thoughts from past leaders, teachers, speakers, authors and others provide the bread crumbs of

Inflation has an impact on everyone. The lower your income, the less wiggle room you have. You’ll see a lot of advice these

Over 50 years ago, a dad took his little girl to an ice cream shop inside a drug store in Natchitoches, Louisiana. The

“Everyone loses,” says Stuart Varney. “Everyone loses.” We are witnessing a significant reset on the world stage. And here at home. Regardless of

“In times like these, it always helps to recall there have always been times like these.” ~Paul Harvey. Sure, that’s true, but we’re

Sometimes, a good question is all you need to get off the schneid, so here are five that will mess with your thinking.

We moved to Texas from Colorado in 2021. In addition to packing, boxing, shipping, closing/opening accounts, and general angst over a move, we

We are our own worst enemies. We close the door — or don’t open the door — because we believe the lies about

We’ve moved past the resolutions for the new year. In other words, most people — over 80% — have forgotten or abandoned the

As part of my venture to be intentional and come alongside others to help this year, I’m sharing some thoughts from some books

2021 was an odd year — okay, very bizarre. Looking back, there are some takeaway moments that I can carry into 2022. Here

We are not designed to live life alone. For the past year and a half, we have been the target of an ugly

Last in a series: Our Journey Friends, I write to you as an encouragement that God has not forgotten you and is interested

Everyone has an opinion. Everyone. We are smack dab in the midst of a season, though, when opinion reigns supreme. Today more than

What is the one change you want to change in your life this year? You don’t need a list and generalizations — just

We celebrated Elizabeth’s birthday this week, and she had a few things on her list. Of course, nothing could trump the surprise visit

Life has a way of getting our attention and teaching us. Often though, we don’t learn the first time around and go around

Life seems to go on without effort when I am filled with music. – George Eliot. Music has always been a big part of

Be still, and know that I am God. Here’s a simple yet difficult challenge. Find a place and sit alone. For 15 minutes.

Good morning from The Woodlands, Texas. This is Day #2 for my treatment for Guillain-Barre Syndrome.  It is an outpatient infusion that allows

And I am certain that God, who began the good work within you, will continue his work until it is finally finished on

Hello friends, just wanted to update you on our journey. As many of you know, we left Colorado this year and still unloading

Feel like you’re always running against the wind? Life comes at us often and unexpectedly. If you want to run with the horses,

We humans can make life hard when we want to. And that happens pretty regularly. There are some basic laws of nature and

We have found our church. As many of you know we left Colorado earlier this summer and landed in The Woodlands, Texas, just

Whether you think you can or you think you can’t, you’re right. ~Henry Ford. The more I live, the more I realize life

From a recent newsletter. With a bonus at the end. I’ve been called a strange one. Yes, I text myself. Things that stand

If there is no deadline, it is not real. Four months left in 2021. How is the year going for you? Are you

I’d rather do something uncomfortable for a couple of months than live in regret for the next 10 years.  If you’ve ever been

We are finally in our new home in The Woodlands, Texas. Settled? No, not yet, but settling and excited to turn the page

“If you don’t know where you’re going, you’ll end up someplace else.” ~Yogi Berra. Want to win with money? It’s not rocket science.

Failure is not an option. This phrase is often associated with Gene Kranz, who was flight director for many of the Gemini and

Over the past few months, we have been in a holding pattern. Part of a journey that not only moved us halfway across

Excuse me, we’d like to get off the merry-go-round now. Life can be dizzying at times, and sometimes you just have to put

It’s time to celebrate. In a time when Debbie Downers abound, and we’re taught to sulk and brood, turn the tides today. Make

Dave Ramsey has the right idea. But just like finances, life itself is a series of baby steps. And we have the 7

We’ve all missed that turn, and our GPS reacts with the infamous — sometimes infuriating — REROUTING or RECALCULATING. Ugh! “I’m going to

As I visit with clients worldwide, the questions are the same, so I thought I would address some of them for you. These

The world is changing around us. New products are coming online, systems are changing, and new inventions are changing the way we do

I can be a Paul, I need a Barnabas, and I must always remain a Timothy. You already know you need the right

Nearly 20 years ago, I wrote a post-it note and left it in a book by John Maxwell. The words were significant then

“Once you stop learning, you start dying.” ~Albert Einstein. Learning doesn’t stop with school and doesn’t end with age. Books are great resources

We’re approaching the end of the second quarter. Almost half the year is gone. How are you doing on your goals, plans, dreams,

Are you stuck? Are you at a crossroad? Again? Lately, I’ve worked with clients and coaches to help them get unstuck and, particularly,