What is Cornhole Without a Hole? A Lesson on Focus
Take away the hole, and cornhole has no focus. The hole makes cornhole fun, and great players determine their aim before tossing the bag. Master cornhole players focus on the hole; their entire body is laser-focused on seeing the bag in the hole. The cornhole...
4 Distinct Traits That Define Our Beliefs
What forms your belief system? It is important to understand the traits that define our beliefs so we can be empowered to change the beliefs that are holding us back. We will start with experiences. Everyone has unique experiences, and each of us handles life,...
The Powerful and Spiritual Truth to Stop, Look, and Listen
Do you remember learning to stop, look, and listen? Of course, you do. This simple saying has been used across the globe to teach young children how to safely cross the street. Before crossing the street, you should stop a safe distance from the road, look both...
7 Major Shifts That Every Christian Can Experience
Salvation is not the end of your spirituality; it is the beginning. In my years of experience, I have found that there are 7 major shifts that every Christian can experience. Your spiritual life is a life of continuation, change, and growth. You can experience...
3 Incomparable Benefits of Finding and Following Jesus
There is nothing comparable to finding and following Jesus. Following Jesus is not about finding religion; finding Jesus is about discovering an incomparable relationship. Serving Jesus also has benefits. We do not serve God for the benefits; we serve God because we...
A Hidden Secret to Growth and Happiness
What if I told you that the hidden secret to growth and happiness wasn't really about how much you receive? When we contribute we always receive more than we give. Surprisingly, contributing to others is a basic human need to experience true satisfaction and emotional...
How to Read the Bible for Spiritual Growth – For Beginners
When I first became a Christian, I had no idea what I was doing. I grew up in the church but never paid attention to how people actually lived. Because of this, I didn’t know the tenants of Christianity or its practices. Aside from going to church on Sundays and...
The Innate Desire to Grow is a Gift From God
Personal growth is an innate desire. God made "growth" a desire in every person born. There are several needs that every human must experience for stable emotional health. They are: Certainty — A sense of security, safety, and comfort in the world Uncertainty...
6 Stages of Maturity
Today, we welcome Pastor Mark Driscoll to our blog. Pastor Mark has graciously agreed to allow us to share his post. Genesis 29:28 – Jacob did so, and completed her week. Then Laban gave him his daughter Rachel to be his wife. 1 Corinthians 13:11 – When I was a child,...
When God Wants to Do a New Thing, He Always Brings a New Friend
New friends are the first indication that God is doing a new thing. God always brings someone new into our lives when he wants to do a new thing. Let's consider Esther meeting the King or Paul and Silas. We can also look at Elijah and Elisha. A new relationship...
5 Bible Verses on Thought and Here’s How I’m Now a Happier Person
This post is from Greg Longoria. Greg is a Christian blogger and writes at Medium.com. Greg writes articles to enhance believers to grow in their faith and deepen their relationship with God. You can read more from Greg at https://medium.com/@greglongoria There’s...
Finding Genuine Significance is Never About Success
Are you special? If so, what makes you unique? Is it your beauty, or your smarts and successes? Are you special because you’re driven and grinding out life by working 60-plus hours per week? Are your smarts, grind, and beauty a search for significance? Maybe you don’t...
About Thomas McDaniels
Thomas McDaniels is a pastor/writer/author and the guy behind Thomasmcdaniels.com. Thomas writes for Charisma News, Fox News, and Charisma Magazine. He is also the Founder of LifeBridge.tv and the Longview Dream Center in Longview, Texas. Thomas can be found on social media on Instagram, Twitter, and Linkedin.
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