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LATEST ARTICLES ( 249 )

• The Evolution of Christian Branding

  

  Remember that fish-shaped thing, that cute little symbol that is supposed to be associated with Christianity? It is called the Ichthys,which is really an anagra... Read more

  Posted on 23 November 2015 SELF EXPRESSION, SPIRITUALITY

• 81% of Catholics Believe Their Work is a Calling From God

  

  One thing I have learned from those bloodthirsty media journalists is that if you want eyeballs to land on your website, then use a sensationalist,... Read more

  Posted on 20 November 2015 SELF EXPRESSION, SPIRITUALITY

• Sometimes God Sneaks Up on You

  

  I took a vacation with God. It wasn’t anything elaborate or expensive. I simply felt like we needed time alone together – just me and God without the many... Read more

  Posted on 18 November 2015 SELF EXPRESSION, SPIRITUALITY

• Unveiling the Truth

  

  This was originally supposed to be a featured at The High Calling Blogs website a few days ago, but it got buried, undoubdetdly because the word “stripper” is... Read more

  Posted on 16 November 2015 SELF EXPRESSION, SPIRITUALITY

• Scared of Layoffs? Take Some Advice from Jesus.

  

  Guest Blog posting today by Executive Leadership Coach, Dr. Stephen Payne.Even with a steady job, this recession is a real test of my faith. Just how will we al... Read more

  Posted on 13 November 2015 SELF EXPRESSION, SPIRITUALITY

• The Unbearable Lightness of Being Authentic

  

  Authenticity can be difficult to come by, even in the church community. Go figure. People prefer to hide the awful mess going on inside their lives, choosing... Read more

  Posted on 12 November 2015 SELF EXPRESSION, SPIRITUALITY

• Are You Constantly Trading Up, Or Living in the Moment?

  

  I have been thinking a lot lately about excellence. Not just at work, but in every area of my life — as a Christian, husband, father, friend, church volunteer,... Read more

  Posted on 10 November 2015 SELF EXPRESSION, SPIRITUALITY

• Do Not Worry (Oh, Really? That Might Be Easy for You to Say…)

  

  These are worrisome times we are living in. There is an unprecedented global financial crisis, economic recession, threats of terrorism, more and more layoffs,... Read more

  Posted on 07 November 2015 SELF EXPRESSION, SPIRITUALITY

• Respect the Right People

  

  Guest post by leadership coach and author, Dr. Stephen Payne.Charlie comes walking towards me waving the Business Section of the New York Times. “Our bank is... Read more

  Posted on 04 November 2015 SELF EXPRESSION, SPIRITUALITY

• Have You Ever Run Into an Angel on a Business Trip?

  

  One week I took a train into New York City to attend a “Deal Making Conference.” I know, Ha Ha. Deal-making in the middle of a global depression, right? Trust... Read more

  Posted on 02 November 2015 SELF EXPRESSION, SPIRITUALITY

• Even Jesus Got Annoyed Sometimes

  

  I have been searching for some spiritual advice on how to deal with annoying employees. The scriptures didn’t offer much help, other than telling me to be... Read more

  Posted on 30 October 2015 SELF EXPRESSION, SPIRITUALITY

• Meditation for (Christian) Dummies

  

  My mentor, Dr. Payne, suggested that I start meditating. He mentioned it one day as he calmly observed me work myself into a lather over the usual career... Read more

  Posted on 28 October 2015 SELF EXPRESSION, SPIRITUALITY

• Face the Right Way: Looking for Direction at Work

  

  Guest Blog from Dr. Stephen PaynePeter lowers his head with a slow shake. “Frankly,” he says, “I’m bored to the point of mental numbness… And I know I... Read more

  Posted on 26 October 2015 SELF EXPRESSION, SPIRITUALITY

• Who Would Jesus Fire?

  

  I have to fire Todd.His leadership performance has tanked for the past few years and I’ve had enough. Plus, I’ve come to the conclusion that he’s not the... Read more

  Posted on 24 October 2015 SELF EXPRESSION, SPIRITUALITY

• Are You Feeling Stupid At Work? I’m Here to Help.

  

  A while ago I posted an article called, “It’s Okay to Feel Stupid Sometimes.” In it I said that sooner or later, most of us will eventually run into a... Read more

  Posted on 21 October 2015 SELF EXPRESSION, SPIRITUALITY

• When Jesus Was a Consultant

  

  I worked as a management consultant for fifteen years before settling down with the company I am currently with. Like attorneys and used-car salesmen,... Read more

  Posted on 19 October 2015 SELF EXPRESSION, SPIRITUALITY

• Dadtastic! (Note to Self: Why I Am a Good Father)

  

  Dear readers: This story has nothing to do with business or spirituality or anything of that sort. It’s about fathers and daughters, and watching them grow up. Read more

  Posted on 16 October 2015 SELF EXPRESSION, SPIRITUALITY

• Miracles at the Workplace? “The Holy Spirit is On Line Four” (Part 2)

  

  Continued from the previous postI have gotten about half-way through reading the Acts of the Apostles, and am quite captivated by the stories. Acts is chock-ful... Read more

  Posted on 15 October 2015 SELF EXPRESSION, SPIRITUALITY

• Miracles at the Workplace? “The Holy Spirit is on Line Four…”

  

  I have spent that past few weeks reading intently through the four Gospels, and finally finished the last one, the Gospel of John. Read more

  Posted on 12 October 2015 SELF EXPRESSION, SPIRITUALITY

• The Science of Grace (3)

  

  Continued from previous postThe scientific behaviors of electrons and photons have quite a bit to teach us about grace, also. The definition of grace is... Read more

  Posted on 09 October 2015 SELF EXPRESSION, SPIRITUALITY