Where’s God When I Need Him?

2nd October, 2009 by Rich Dixon 2 Comments

 If you’re feeling far away from God, guess who moved?

mistyforest1Do you ever feel like God’s least present when you seem to need Him most?

Lost In Darkness

When I struggled with depression following my injury, God seemed to be a million miles away. I knew intellectually that He was right beside me, but it sure didn’t feel like that. I imagined myself wandering in darkness so impenetrable that not even God could find me. (more…)

Shine or Shrink

16th June, 2009 by Rich Dixon No Comments

Never allow what you cannot do to interfere with what you can do. ~ John Wooden

Whenever I speak to a group about adversity and dreams, I try to communicate the principle of REALISTIC OPTIMISM. I use The 8000/2000 Principle as an illustration. (more…)

Sparkle or Light?

7th February, 2009 by Rich Dixon 1 Comment

A friend reminded me yesterday of the subtle, subversive nature of sin. He pointed out how the world offers many shiny promises of hope and fulfillment. Money, possessions, and accomplishments dangle before us constantly, cleverly tempting us to swallow the lure of false security. (more…)