What seems like an age-old debate is whether or not Christians should work on Sunday. It would seem that doing so is in direct violation of the fourth commandment of “Remember the Sabbath day by keeping it holy.” (Exodus 20:8). While I cannot even begin to present a...
Exodus
Developing People – 7 Posts on Building People Up
Developing people is one of the core ambitions of 1Glories. When I started the blog, it was about the only directive I knew for sure. And developing people goes well beyond the topic of “leadership.” And there is no one surefire approach that will work for everyone....
Silently Judging Others Silently Makes Your Heart Stinky Like Rotting Fish
Judging others is a character trait I’m always working to overcome. I have more success at different times, and I frequently fall into old patterns. However, as I have matured and grown in my faith, I’m realizing my judging others is really me mentally tearing them...
A Review of 41 Will Come, Down But Never Out
In 41 Will Come, Check E. Tate presents a clear call to action: What are you going to do about the giant that's standing between you and your dreams? The giant that is keeping you from being the person God created you to be? This is a tough question. In fact, it's one...
Discernment – God’s Wisdom and Favor – 7 Posts
Let's talk about discernment. It's a pretty doggone big word... one of them "church words" that people use to sound smart. In a nutshell, it basically means having an ability to be of good judgement. It's about a person's ability to obtain spiritual direction and...
Honor Your Loved Ones – Happy Birthday Mom
Today's post is about honor and how to honor. You see, today is my mom's birthday and I probably would have sent her flowers or given her a simple birthday gift if she were still with us. Sadly, she passed away last year and, as I reflect on her life, I am reminded of...
Why a Ton of Excuses is No Excuse at All
As my wife will readily attest, I am a man of many interests, leading to the start of many projects and endeavors. Often, though, those projects and endeavors are abandoned in an incomplete state. Don’t worry though, I have an excuse. Actually, I have a ton of...
How God’s Timing Should Turn Agony Upside Down
Have you ever questioned God about why He allows something to happen (or not happen) to you? Have you ever felt God nudging you to pursue something you didn't want to do – but you were obedient - expecting success only to have it backfire? Then Moses turned to the...
#Praylist: Crowder’s “I Am” Keeps us Holding On
I love a song you can crank and feel the strength and passion stir throughout your whole mind, body and soul. That’s what I get with Crowder’s “I Am” off the Neon Steeple album. No matter how down I am, no matter how worthless I am feeling, no matter how much the tugs...








