Suffering's purpose is often hidden behind a cloud of confusion about God's character and His refinement process. We brace ourselves against future suffering, cry through present pain, and heave sighs of relief post trauma. Is it possible there is a better way to face life’s trials? Severe …
Perseverance
Prospecting for Gold
In his classic book Think and Grow Rich, Napoleon Hill tells us about a man, caught by gold fever in the gold rush days, who went west to “DIG and grow rich.” He struck gold alright, but the vein of gold disappeared soon after he purchased machinery to bring the ore to the surface. He and his …
Healing the Broken Child Within (Casi McLean)
Author Casi McLean's powerful memoir, Wingless Butterfly, Confessions of a Recovering Jerk-Magnet, unveils a true story of hope and inspiration. In her compelling manuscript, Casi discovers an elusive secret past––and changes her future. Her mother’s ominous warning about her mysterious birth father …
Phantom, Passion, and Perseverance (Jory Fisher)
“Mom, we have to drive to Dallas NOW! An ice storm is coming, and my flight will get cancelled again!” Hmmmm … It takes almost 20 hours to drive straight from Lynchburg to Dallas in good weather … “Jana, honey, that’s not going to work. Let’s see what other options we have.” Thus continued our …
Perseverance
Sometimes it’s hard to keep going, isn’t it? Or even to GET going. Maybe you’re not feeling particularly appreciated today. Maybe the road in front of you seems sooooooo long. Maybe you’ve suffered a severe setback. How will you recharge your batteries? My dear father used to “wind me up.” …
Find Your Buried Treasure – Enrich Yourself and the World (Betty Liedtke)
Although she's had an active and fulfilling life, Betty Liedtke found herself questioning her worth and value in the marketplace when, in her mid-50s, she tried—and failed—to identify her own special and unique qualities. She became doubly frustrated as she attempted to make the transition from …
The Sky is Green and The Grass is Blue – Turning Your Upside Down World Right Side Up! (Deb Scott)
Is your world upside-down? Deb talks about what she does best—helping others transform "bad" into great and being happy in the process. Anything bad, she says, can be transformed into a diamond you love. During this program, you will obtain tangible tools and resources to help you accomplish this …