Have you ever mistaken someone’s pain for rudeness? I have. Not long ago, I sat in a room full of Christian professionals, listening to stories of faith in the workplace. One story in particular has stayed with me. A veterinarian stood and began quietly, “People think my work is mostly about animals. Truth is, it …
Wednesday night Bible study was supposed to be uneventful—read the Word, sip coffee, share prayer requests, and head home with our halos only slightly crooked. But God has a way of sending curveballs in the shape of nine-year-old boys. He came striding toward me—small frame, serious face, hand outstretched like he’d just been elected chairman …
I recently learned about a business exercise called the Marshmallow Challenge. It was created by designer Peter Skillman as a way to explore how teams solve problems. It is simple enough. Divide people into teams of four, hand them a handful of spaghetti sticks, a roll of tape, and a single marshmallow. Then give them …
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Ever noticed how Coca-Cola just hits different at McDonald’s? It’s colder, crisper, bubblier—like it took a cold shower, ironed its shirt, and showed up early to impress. Try it sometime. Taste a Coke from Burger King, Wendy’s, maybe Culver’s, and then take a sip at McDonald’s. One taste, and you’ll nod your head in agreement: …
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