A Bigger Perspective
6th November, 2009 by Rich Dixon 1 Comment
Have you ever looked out an airplane window at night?
I flew across most of the U.S. last night and received a glimpse of daily life from a different perspective. (more…)
The Light Of The World
25th December, 2009 by Rich Dixon No Comments
What happens when there’s no light?
Last evening I sat in the dark with nearly two thousand people. As we passed the flame from candle to candle, the room took on a warm glow. Then, in unison, we raised the candles and proclaimed:
YOU ARE THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD
That’s exactly what happened in that obscure stable more than two thousand years ago. A world of darkness suddenly experienced true light. Shepherds cowered before the dazzling glory of the angel. Magi journeyed to an unknown destination, guided only by their faith in a single light.
Darkness dispelled—that’s the Christmas Gospel, the good news behind the wrapping paper, football games, and family gatherings. Even in lives burdened by sadness, illness, financial struggles, and loss, the darkness can only be temporary.
A room, a life, a world, languished in darkness. And then, in an instant, that darkness retreated before the Light.
That Light brought hope, love, and the promise of a new beginning.
And a room, a world, and your life and mine, emerged from darkness and into the marvelous light of God’s grace.
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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?
Do 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…)
