Standing behind these ducks early yesterday morning, I was swept by a scene of Christmas joy.
God was there in all his morning glory, and I wanted to hear what he had to say.
Continue Reading “Three ways Christmas joy leads to your dreams in 2026” On a recent sailing trip to the BVI, I saw three treasures for a good life.
Our friends, Marc and Sandy Abadie, invited us on the trip of a lifetime.
They have sailed with family and friends over thirty years throughout the British Virgin Islands.
So, when they texted us and asked, “Do you want to go sailing in three weeks?” My wife said, “I’m so excited, I can scream!”
The British Virgin Islands are renowned for their aqua-blue waters and diverse array of marine life. We saw hawksbill turtles gliding through coral gardens and pods of dolphins playing in Virgin Gorda Sound and eagle rays soaring past the dramatic rock formations at The Indians.
No one can replicate paradise’s locations and circumstances every day.
However, the BVI offers rich reminders for living a good life.
Continue Reading “Unlock the good life: 3 keys open this treasure” My favorite song of the year sparks joy despite our suffering.
It powers your spirit through daily struggles to victory.
Joy is not natural or easy when pain and suffering pile up.
But MAJOR shines four bright lights leading our way.
Continue Reading ““Joy in the Battle”: The top song that carries us through suffering” Chaos is smothering joy faster than heat on a Portland biker.
We see . . .
Plenty of news to be down.
But, one of God’s tiny creatures shows us how to choose joy.
Continue Reading “Embrace the Bright Side: Finding Joy in the Midst of an Apocalyptic Summer” God designed ordinary life to renew our joy every day.
We often overlook it.
But if we slow down, five simple rhythms energize the soul.
Joy isn’t usually found in dramatic moments.
It’s found in daily rhythms that quietly reshape our hearts.
These five rhythms inspire my days. I think they’ll inspire you.
Continue Reading “How to Find Joy Every Day: Five Rhythms That Energize Your Soul”