As I raise my kids, it is important to me to point them towards what is right instead of holding myself up as being what is right.  I try to be a good example for them for sure, but when I’m not, when I miss the mark, it is important

This past Sunday, I preached the first lesson in a Relationship series on Assertiveness. The part of the Bible the teaching came from was Matthew 18:15-20 where Jesus is teaching his followers how to get along with each other and navigate relationships through difficult moments. Right in the middle of

Sometimes when we disagree with someone, one or both parties believe the engagement can’t be over until there is a clear winner – till all parties agree on who or what is “right.” This is an unfortunately common dynamic in human interactions because in so many situations there is no

[As a pastor, these are some tips that I have found helpful in dealing with people both individually and in groups. I hope these will enrich your life and relationships.] Philippians 4:1-9 Learn to embrace and resolve conflict – not standing up for yourself is not fighting fair. Ask, “So

[This one came to me while I was helping a friend navigate a difficult relationship.] Let say there is someone in your life who is verbally and/or emotionally hurting you. You get so frustrated, hurt, fed-up sometimes that you feel like you are going to break, snap, or throw in