If you've ever had a savory and appetizing meal you know how difficult it is to settle for its substitute. It's hard to outdo the Chic-Fil-A chicken sandwich. There are people who swear by the Brazilian steaks of Fogo de Chao. Pick your choice of cuisine; Italian, Mexican, Japanese, or seafood restaurants. Replicas, knock-offs, and... Continue Reading →
It Will be My Joy to Say
Much of my life has been relatively easy. Comfortable. Convenient. Low risk. Not much sacrifice. But along the way, there have been moments where my faith has been tested. Where I've had to let wrestle the fleshly and spiritual parts of my being. And in those moments there has been an internal bleeding of the soul... Continue Reading →
Where Are You?
"In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth." This has become an obvious point of debate among the world of science and theology. But perhaps when the reader goes beyond the date of when it all began to the place of where it all began to fall apart we see the essence of... Continue Reading →
Top 5 Moments from Kenya
How do I condense two weeks in Africa to "5 Top Moments?" Many people would consider a trip to Africa to be a once in a lifetime opportunity. Perhaps that's true for me, too, but if the impact this trip has had on me is any indication then my intent will be to return again... Continue Reading →
To Kenya and Back
Boarding a plane in Atlanta, I was on my way to Africa. Sure, I had my own presumptions of what I would encounter. But little did I know, my experiences would far surpass any expectations developed back in the states.Who would have known that luggage tagged in the ATL airport would never make it on... Continue Reading →
Practical Steps to Knowing God’s Will
I once heard a guy say, "God's will is not a target to be hit but a journey to be traveled." This statement has a profound effect on many people's search for meaning in life. This thought along with a recent conversation led me to write about seeing God's will like an interstate highway. Sure,... Continue Reading →
What’s Next?
Recently, I had a conversation with a college graduate who asked the question, "What's next?" In an effort to appease his inner circle of influence, i.e., his parents and their money, he completed his college degree.Nevertheless, the myriad of questions like "What job should I choose? Where should I live? Who should I marry?" all came... Continue Reading →
Life, Liberty, & the Pursuit of Happiness pt 3
A song from the 90's says, "if it makes you happy, it can't be that bad." Really? Chris Gardner, (Will Smith) in the "Pursuit of Happyness," speaks of our inalienable rights and suggests the genius of Jefferson's plight with the phrase 'pursuit of happiness.' It's as if to say we have the right to train our ambitious minds... Continue Reading →
They Call Him [Big] Poppy
I know, I know. Anybody that knows anything about Major League Baseball would assume these few lines are to be filled with the latest stats or rants by the Dominican born slugger for the Boston Red Sox. I'm sorry if I let you down!Poppy is the name my dad bears among his grandkids. He's the guy... Continue Reading →
Happy Happy Happy!
The month of June marks the beginning of summer for most. It's a time to enjoy sunshine, sleeping late, trips to the beach, and weekends with family and friends.Yet, for others it is simply a continuation of the never ending cycle of working in this 'rat race' we call life just trying to get by. So... Continue Reading →
Kortney Jones 