How is the word “If” most often used in your life? For some it might be “If I only had…” or “If only I could be like…” or “I could be happier if….” When used in this manner “if” becomes a crutch, a qualifier, or an excuse. The word “if” […]
Monthly Archives: August 2021
A Lesson on Humility
My youngest son, Joel, has been raising donations for the American Cancer Society for several months. The culmination of that effort was to be the organization’s annual Black & White Ball that was to be held this Saturday night. Unfortunately, it, like so many other meaningful events has been cancelled […]
Balance of Life
No, it’s not Friday. Rather, I am sending out my Weekend Inspiration a day early due to my wife and I leaving this morning for a week of relaxation at the beach. A comment from a friend after hearing about our impending sand sojourn got me to thinking about this week’s topic […]
Your Second Job
Dr. Albert Schweitzer (1875–1965) led a full life. He was a renown theologian, organist, philosopher, physician, and medical missionary. For Schweitzer, service to others was both a responsibility and a joy. He undertook great feats of service as a medical doctor and missionary in Lambarene, Africa which brought him world […]


