13th November, 2009 by Rich Dixon 1 Comment
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” [Matthew 11: 28-30]
What do you think Jesus wants you to do?
I’m not thinking of specific choices like whether to have pizza or turkey for lunch (I don’t think He cares). But in terms of overall life choices and directions, what do you think He wants? There are probably a lot of answers to that question, but I’m thinking of one right now that I’ll bet nobody else mentioned. (more…)
16th October, 2009 by Rich Dixon 2 Comments
It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery. [Galatians 5:1]
How much do we limit ourselves with a misguided sense of obligation? (more…)
11th September, 2009 by Rich Dixon 3 Comments
An eye for an eye leaves the whole world blind. Ghandi
Yesterday I wrote about the pitfalls of Legislating Morality.
“Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law or the Prophets; I have not come to abolish them but to fulfill them.” [Matthew 5:17] (more…)
31st July, 2009 by Rich Dixon No Comments
Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. (Hebrews 11:1)
Yesterday I wrote about Substance Or Style.
I was struck by how frequently Christians get caught up in style and forget substance. At times we all become immersed in form and doctrine and liturgy, and we lose sight of Jesus’ simple message of love. But especially for people who struggle for freedom from a tragic past, the awareness that God values essence over appearance might be overwhelming. (more…)
9th January, 2009 by Rich Dixon 1 Comment
If I’ve learned anything from the accident that confined me to a wheelchair, it’s the principle that my journey is not the product of luck or fate or blind random chance.
The path I follow is determined by my choices. (more…)
I'm a writer and motivational speaker who enjoys exploring issues related to adversity, hope, dreams, and faith.
