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We all have bad habits—biting our nails, binging a whole series on Netflix, or procrastinating on a tough project. My most recent is staying up all hours of the night at the dining room table working on jigsaw puzzles. While it seems like a harmless activity, I have had to set some serious boundaries so I don’t become sleep deprived! So when does a simple bad habit cross the line into something deeper, like an addiction?

Working out. Some of us dread it, fabricating every possible excuse to avoid the gym. Others can’t wait to get there and pump some serious iron. But regardless of which camp you’re in, we usually agree on one thing: "working out" means physical activity. But what about a spiritual workout? Does the concept even cross our minds? And if it does, how do we actually do it? Here are four training tips to help you get in spiritual shape...

How we view the world matters. Our worldview shapes our feelings, beliefs, decisions, and even our most intimate relationships. When I think of the "Word" versus the "World," that single letter “l” makes a world of difference. Two visions immediately come to mind and often are at odds with each other. One offers a heavenly lens through God’s eyes, while the other reflects the earthly perspective we see everywhere we turn. The Word or the world? Which one will you choose?

This question has been on my mind as my beloved Hoosiers approach the biggest game in school history: the College Football Playoff National Championship. I know exactly who I’m rooting for, but what about the Almighty? Does God actually care about a football game? Certainly our faith-filled, Heisman-winning quarterback, Fernando Mendoza, thinks so as his first words after a game are: “I give all the glory to God!” It makes you wonder: Is this miraculous season a sign of divi

Early each morning as I open my kitchen cabinet, I pause as memories begin to emerge through the mugs before me. Words of encouragement, glimpses of vacations past, inspiring Scripture verses, and reminders of deep friendships speak to my heart. This simple morning ritual sets the tone for my day as I deliberate on the chosen cup.

Peter walked on water—at least for a moment. Everything seemed to be going miraculously right. As his feet touched the sea, it was as if it had immediately turned to land as he glided on top of it. But then he went down—fast. So, what happened as Peter was beelining toward Jesus? Matthew 14:30 gives us the answer: “But when he saw the wind, he was afraid.” We all have storms in life, and how we navigate them comes down to where we focus.

It was an epic trip across the pond to get a glimpse of my daughter's life overseas – and that I did!

To keep me anchored and on track in the new year, I have chosen a focus word for 2024. What's your word?

I almost didn’t go. Why would I? To be honest, besides Facebook updates, there are only a handful of high school friends still in my life...