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?
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…)
29th September, 2009 by Rich Dixon 1 Comment
I’m not concerned with your liking or disliking me. All I ask is that you respect me as a human being. Jackie Robinson
Do you believe everyone deserves respect?
I do. I sincerely desire to treat every person I encounter with dignity and respect. And I frequently fail miserably. (more…)
10th July, 2009 by Rich Dixon 1 Comment
I seem to play host to an army of self-created demons.
I think I have a special talent for inventing and empowering my own private foes. The smallest adversity spurs a frenzy of inner creativity, and another haunting voice begins whispering messages of doom. (more…)
6th July, 2009 by Rich Dixon No Comments
Faith is not belief without proof, but trust without reservations. ~ Elton Trueblood
Yesterday I heard one of society’s common phrases: I’ll believe it when I see it.
It’s important to revisit our core values and beliefs frequently, and that statement brought me back to two of my guiding principles. (more…)
I'm a writer and motivational speaker who enjoys exploring issues related to adversity, hope, dreams, and faith.
