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Week after week, we've been singing and praying the words of the song The Blessing. But where did these words come from, and why have they mattered to us the last three years, and what do they mean for our lives moving forward?
Whether we realize it or not, the legacies of other people's lives continue to impact our lives and faith daily. Each year, Christians across the globe celebrate All Saint's Day to honor those legacies. What can the saints of our past teach us about today and the legacies we will leave behind in the future for others?
We know now that God is FOR God's people. God took it a step further, though, demonstrating through Jesus that God is also WITH us. What impact has this truth had on our community to not only be FOR each other but also WITH each other?
For the last three years, Uptown Church has been a place that is For people. Yes, all people. But where does that value come from? How do we know God is really for all people? Let's look at a Bible story that demonstrates just what, or who, Jesus is really for.
Most of us have dreamed big dreams. At times, we may even feel like God gave us that dream. What do you do, though, when the dream that God allowed you to dream doesn't end the way you thought it would? What might Paul teach us from the book of Romans about disappointment and unmet expectations?
The Book of Romans is an incredible letter written about unity in the church, but some of its language can seem harsh, perhaps even downright scary. Can the God of love Paul writes about be the same God whom he describes as having wrath?
We live in an ever-changing world with an ever-changing Church. This can lead to differences that threaten to divide us. In the book of Romans, Paul paints a portrait of unity that urges us to see past our differences and look toward what really unites us.
Change can be exciting but also challenging. Change is inevitable, whether it's your first weekend at college or that quiet Monday following retirement. Learn what Paul the Apostle Paul has to teach us about our changing lives, church, and world in the Book of Romans.
As a kid could be difficult. Sometimes, you couldn't make any sense of the letters given to you. Life can be like that too. Luckily, we can trust God to have a plan to make sense of our lives when what we're given doesn't make sense.
Remember the games you played as a kid? Favorites like Twister and Sorry? The games we played as kids can sometimes feel like those we still play as adults.
All of us want to win in life. Often, we play games in our relationships with God and others to gain an advantage or take the lead, but ultimately find ourselves losing out. One way we lose big is when we play games with the words we say.
Have you ever felt frustrated in a game because the other players seem to be playing by a different set of rules than you, and you can't win? I have felt this way playing games, but I have also felt like this in my life.
There are moments when we look at others' lives and think they must be doing something different than us because they seem to be succeeding in life, and we aren't sure we are. Moments we find ourselves thinking, could someone please tell me what I must do to win -- to be the best mom, friend, partner, co-worker, etc.?
Listen to Pastor Joy's sermon on The Key To Winning At Life to gain insight into your spiritual journey with Christ. The answer to "winning at life" may not be exactly what you think.
Do you ever feel like no matter what you do to stack everything in your life just right, something’s fallen out of place? Life can sometimes feel like a game of Jenga! Here’s the good news: Your falls and failures don’t throw God off.
Did you ever hear about the party at Matthew’s house? It was an amazing affair, and Jesus was the guest of honor. We have a party at our church every Sunday, and Jesus is the guest of honor.
The world is obsessed with the future but oftentimes misses out on the present. The Book of James is one of the early Christian church's most practical and challenging writings. Written by Jesus' brother and disciple, James, this letter has inspired Christians for centuries in what it means to live and love like Jesus.
God is sad when we create a future that doesn’t include God. Living a vibrant future starts by experiencing the true treasure, God.
When you were a kid, did you ever wonder what the "grown-up" world was like? What was beyond the familiar? In Uptown's 'At The Movies' series, Pastor Joy explores The Little Mermaid to illustrate biblical truths about discipleship and neighboring.
Through popular films, we'll reveal profound truths and explore the story of God in a way that resonates with today's culture. Join us as we engage with the message of God in a whole new way.
The most extraordinary adventures are typically the ones we never anticipate. Whether to exotic places far away or simply a beloved staycation in the city, adventure can surprise even the most traveled. Grab some popcorn, bring a friend, and listen in as we continue our At The Movies series, looking at one of the only movies to make us cry and exploring how you can best live your one wild life.
Since the words "in a galaxy, far, far away" first crawled onto movie screens, we have told the tale of the Jedi and Force for generations. Because the greatest stories never end, they find new life in every age. The same is true for our faith. Join us this Sunday as we explore how one of the greatest cinematic stories ever told speaks to the great story of our lives.
Are you searching for answers to the profound question, "Who am I?"
Join us as we delve into the depths of self-discovery during our 'At the Movies' sermon. Explore the unique and purposeful identity that resides within you, and embark on a journey towards understanding your true worth and potential.
When you have a big ego but lack compassion, it often becomes evident in how you treat others. This is what we call the sin of snobbery. It occurs when we start making distinctions and evaluating people based on shallow criteria like their wealth, status, race, or age. James challenges us to reconsider this behavior.
But here's the twist: his challenge isn't to completely stop favoring certain individuals, but rather to extend kindness to everyone. We have a role model who showed us how to do that, and we have a source of power to help us achieve it: the instruction to "love others as you love yourself."
Is there a cure for our restlessness? With everything happening in our lives, is there a rhythm of rest that produces a deep peace?
Scripture offers us a key insight into our physical, emotional, and spiritual insomnia. Listen to Pastor Joy as she closes out our Insomnia series.
Have you ever been awakened in the middle of the night by someone else? Join us as we dive into Part 3 of Insomnia and see if any good can come from such restless nights and moments in our lives.
Whether it's "I can't believe I did that" or "I can't believe they did that to me," the past has a way of causing us to live restless lives. Join us for Part 2 of Insomnia as we explore what we can do to stop rehashing the past and live free of its baggage.
What keeps you up at night? When you can't fall asleep, do you worry about something that happened yesterday or anxious about that next big career move in your future? Join us this Sunday as we launch a brand-new sermon series,Insomnia.We'll be looking at what you can do when you find yourself rehashing the past, rehearsing the future, and restless about your life.
“Mama said there'd be days like this. There'd be days like this, mama said." It turns out Jesus and moms everywhere know something about life that we are often prone to forget -- life brings its share of hard days along with the good. Join us this Sunday as we wrap up our Faith Full series looking at what our bad days have to teach us about living full lives in a world that runs on empty.
Have you ever met that person who, no matter what is going on in their lives, always seems at peace and full? Inspiring, isn't it? What if we could all live that way, even in the ups and downs of life? Join us as we continue our Faith Full series looking at the catalysts that fuel our lives even in a world running on empty.
Our world can be a draining place. It can steal our hope and leave us feeling like we're running on empty.But what if there were things you could do to fuel your life and faith? We continue in Part 2 of our Faith Full series diving into one of the keystone habits of faith, or Faith Catalysts that keep us fueled in every season and stage of life.
Our world can be a draining place. Sometimes, it can steal our hope and leave us feeling like we're running on empty. Explore how you can fuel your life in a world running on empty.
Celebrate Easter with Uptown! "The light shines in the darkness and the darkness cannot overcome it."
Have you ever walked into a situation expecting one thing and experienced something completely different? Jesus' disciples can relate. One of the last places the disciples walked with Jesus was into the city of Jerusalem. Between the crowds, the cheering, and the proclamation that "the king had come," it was the moment they had been waiting for. However, they could never have anticipated what would happen next. Join us this Palm Sunday as Elizabeth preaches on this important event, and we wrap up our Walking with Jesus series.
This week in our 'Walking with Jesus' series we are looking at a story in Scripture that begins with Jesus' disciples stuck on a boat in the middle of a storm and ends in a very unique miracle. Chances are you've heard the ending of this story before, and you might feel a little skeptical. Yes, we struggle with this one too. Join us this week as we explore what Peter learned about walking with Jesus in one of the most iconic Jesus stories of all time.
Did you know walking with your spouse, friend, or partner can improve the quality of your relationship with them? Studies show that walking with a person, even in silence, increases our connection with them and our empathy for them. The same is true of our relationship with Jesus. For Jesus' first disciples, it was the act of journeying with Jesus that changed their understanding of who He truly was. Let's discover what a man named Luke came to believe about Jesus from walking with him.
We've all heard the adage that you don't know someone until you've walked a mile in their shoes. This was true of the disciples who first followed Jesus and is true for us today. Join us this Sunday as we dive into a new series, Walking With Jesus, and explore the interactions the disciples had as they journeyed with Jesus in his ministry and what they came to learn about him along the way. As we retrace their steps, what will we learn about who Jesus is for us today?
Want to dive deeper? Check out our Walking with Jesus companion devotional to guide you in Lent as we prepare for Easter. Pick up a copy at church on Sunday, or access the PDF here. hyperlink to this link: https://mcusercontent.com/097a702897dfa99383117b737/files/dde2563e-26d0-4033-8b42-6e6958619bdb/UC_Devotional_Spring_2023.pdf
Have you ever wondered why people take communion? Or why some people call it Eucharist or the Lord's Supper? Pastor Joy explains the meaning of communion and why we talk about it the way we do.
What's the first question you ask when you get invited to a party? Who's invited? Yes, us too. But after that, what is usually the next thing you want to know? What can I bring or how can I help? This question reveals one value of a party all of us understand, it's better when we all participate. Whether or not, we bring something, assist the host in setting up, or we simply are engaged in conversation with others at the party or hit the dance floor and boogie on down. We know parties are better when we're not simply being entertained, but joining in. Join us this sunday as we wrap up our series, Welcome to the Party as we explore how to create the best party!
We share the best things in our lives with others. From sharing the lastest new foodie hot spots to our favorite baby sitter or dry cleaners. We share the things we love with the people we love. Why don't we do the same thing with God? When it comes to our faith, we oftentimes get quiet. How can we use three simple words to change everything?
Over and over in scripture, we find Jesus hosting parties, making appearances at them, or telling stories about them. Why? What was it about Jesus' life and how he chose to live that parties were such a central component? What can we learn from Jesus and his parties that could change our relationships with others and how we live our lives?"
As we celebrate these last two years as a church, we reflect on all God had done and is doing in our lives. There are so many stories of transformation to share and celebrate. Looking forward, we pray and dream about what God will continue to do in our community and our individual lives.
Did you know that the Bible talks about friendships more than any other relationship type? Listen in to part 4 of Relationship Goals as we discuss the power of friendship and ways to prioritize forming healthy relationships.
It is so hard to find "the one" when dating, but this task is made even harder by myths surrounding dating and love. Fortunately, God provides a map for what love looks like in 1st Corinthians 13. We learn not only how to identify when someone loves us, but also how we should convey love to others.
If you think your family is complicated just take a look the families in the Bible! Family relationships are messy, even Jesus' relationship with his family was difficult at times. But Jesus shows us how to restructure our family in a way that honors God.
God made us to be in relationship with one another, but sin breaks down our relationships. How do we have healthy relationships in the midst of a sinful world? God's presence with us teaches us how.
It's a week after Christmas and all the trappings of the season are beginning to fade as a New Year begins. What we spent so much time and effort preparing for is now over. Or is it? The final song on the very first Christmas Playlist was sung exactly a week after Jesus was born and gives us incredible insight into what comes next as the Christmas story is just beginning.
Today we meditate on Simeon's Song (Luke 2:27-32).
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Today we meditate on the Song of the Angels (Luke 2:8-15) and a Psalm of Praise (Psalm 145:1-12).
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Is there a song you have heard many times before, but don't actually know what the lyrics are or what they mean? The song the Angels sing at the first Christmas announcing the arrival of the long-awaited Messiah, is one of these songs. For many of us, these lyrics are so familar, "Gloria, in excelsis deo," that we end up missing the meaning of these words. Join us for part 3 of our Christmas Playlist series, as we rediscover the power behind this familiar chorus.
Today we meditate on the Song of the Angels (Luke 2:8-15) and a Passage about Unity in the Church (Colossians 3:14-17).
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Today we meditate on the Song of the Angels (Luke 2:8-15) and the Promise of the Holy Spirit (John 14:25-27).
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Today we meditate on the Song of the Angels (Luke 2:8-15) and a Teaching from Jesus (Matthew 5: 13-16).
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Today we meditate on the Song of the Angels (Luke 2:8-15) and the story of the angel, Gabriel, foretelling the birth of Jesus (Luke 1:26-31).
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Today we meditate on the Song of the Angels (Luke 2:8-15).
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Today we meditate on Zechariah's Song (Luke 1:68-71) and a passage on reverence from Ecclesiastes (Ecclesiastes 5:1-3).
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Today we meditate on Zechariah's Song (Luke 1:76-79) and an image of God's Kingdom from Revelation (Revelation 21:1-4).
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Today we meditate on Zechariah's Song (Luke 1:76-79) and Psalm 23.
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Today we meditate on Zechariah's Song (Luke 1:72-75) and a passage on the nature of Christian freedom (Galatians 5:13-14).
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Do you know what the least popular Christmas song is? Yeah, we don't either. That's probably because its the least popular song. There is one song found in the original Christmas Playlist that is often skipped over by many, but it is one of the most important of the lyrics sung at the first Christmas. Join us as we take a step back from the manger and the idyllic nativity scene of the Holy Family to explore Zechariah's song.
Today we meditate on Zechariah's Song (Luke 1:68-71) and the story of Mary and Martha (Luke 10:38-42).
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Today we meditate on Zechariah's response to Angel Gabriel (Luke 1:1-20,57-58, 62-64) and Zechariah's Song (Luke 1:68-79)
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Today we meditate on the Magnificat (Luke 1: 49b-52a) and a Proverb about pride (Proverbs 11:1-6).
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Today we meditate on the Magnificat (Luke 1:46-49a) and an excerpt from Paul's letter to the Philippians (Philippians 2:3-11).
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Today we meditate on the Magnificat (Luke 1:46-49a) and the Beatitudes (Luke 6:20-23).
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Today we meditate on the Magnificat (Luke 1:50-52a) and Miriam's Song (Exodus 15:20-21).
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Today we meditate on the Magnificat (Luke 1:53-55) and Jesus at the Temple (John 4:16-20).
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When many of us think of the queen of Christmas, we think of pop culture superstar, Mariah Carey. But at the first Christmas, another woman stood at the center of the season with a song that still reverberates throughout our world speaking. The mother of Jesus, Mary, burst forth into song upon hearing the announcement of Jesus' birth. Check out what this first Christmas carol reveals about God's work in the world and the power of Christmas!
What is the greatest gift you've ever received? Let's explore how the answer shapes our view of generosity.
What are you grateful for? No doubt you will be asked that question once or twice in the coming week, as Thanksgiving is just around the corner. This is an important question to answer when it comes to living a generous life. But there's one other question that's just as important: "What breaks your heart?" We wrap up our series, Crazy Like Us, and explore the power of these two questions to reframe our lives around generosity and make us happier.
From the earliest beginnings of the church through modern days, people have sometimes seen Christians as "crazy." During the first century, though, it wasn't for the reasons you may think. What if we could be more like these early believers? Let's find out what should actually spark culture's curiosity about Christians.
Tis' the season to be grateful! As November begins and a true "Texas Fall" is upon us, it's more than Christmas decorations that begin to surface around us. A sense of gratitude seems more readily accessible in our everyday lives during this season. Join us in the coming weeks as we dive into how gratitude keeps us grounded in our faith and purpose.
What does a Live Oak tree have to teach us about our faith? Turns out there is a lot we can learn about living with no offense from our beloved Texas trees. Their wisdom resides in their roots. The same is true for us—our roots, or what lies deep within the foundation of our souls, have the power to help us flourish or fade away. Join us to explore how to live with No Offense.
Have you ever won an argument or been right in a fight, but walked away feeling bad, like somehow you were in the wrong? When we fight to win a disagreement, we can oftentimes end up losing the relationship. This week we’ll look at how to handle offenses like Jesus and how to fight for a relationship, not simply fight to be right.
From the latest headline to social media comments, to the person who just cut you off in traffic—there are plenty of opportunities to take offense each day. But what if we decided to respond differently to those around us? How would that change our lives and relationships? This Sunday we kick off a new series on how to live with no offense, starting with something Jesus’ own brother, James, had to say about conflict. Turns out he may have, not only had a little bit of conflict with his older brother (Jesus), but also picked up a few helpful tools as well!
To experience new life, we must be willing to leave what we've always known. In this message, we explore the hope and newness found through Jesus!
One of the most beloved TV shows currently on the air is Ted Lasso on Apple TV. The show follows the unlikely rise of Ted Lasso, an American college football coach, who becomes the head coach of an English Premiere League soccer team. Even those who are not sports aficionados know that's not a good move. What we love about this show and the unlikely success of the character Ted Lasso is his constant belief in potential. He believes against all odds that good can come from leaning into the potential present. If you haven't watched the show, this is your sign to check it out, and join us as we lean into our potential.
What is the best meal you've ever had? Chances are, you remember the people at the table and the conversation as much as, or more than the actual meal. The best dinner parties often have less to do with food and more to do with the company. It turns out, there is a lot of similarity between a great dinner party and the church. Join us as we continue our FOR the Love series to explore how we live out our mission as the church (not just Uptown Church, but as the people of God in the world).
In this sermon series, we explore our mission as Uptown Church and the entire Christian church. "For The Love" stands at the center of the gospel message of Jesus.
Join us as we look at the age-old question – does money make you happy? The answer may surprise you! It turns out happiness and money are connected.
If it makes you happy, why are you so sad?
Every time you open your laptop, scroll your phone, or turn on the TV, somebody you've never met from somewhere you’ve never been is telling you what makes you happy. With the constant barrage of marketing promises, it can be hard to distinguish between pleasure and happiness, and what will make our lives feel like 'enough.' This Sunday, let's look at what Jesus – and maybe science – has to say about it!
What makes you happy?
Many of us have something that immediately pops into our minds when we consider this question. Most of us can think of something that, if it happened, or if it appeared in our lives, we would be happy. For others, we feel like we struggle to truly be happy no matter what we do or have.
Wherever you are on your journey, the truth is we are desiring to be happy and live meaningful lives. The good news is we are not the only ones to struggle on the quest for happiness. In fact, Jesus' first sermon is all about finding happiness. And, Jesus turns "What Makes You Happy?" from a question into a statement.
Whether or not many people feel like they are preparing for a massive rhythm shift, it is a common experience in our lives to go through seasons of resetting, especially as Christians. Our entire journey is about sanctification and becoming, so resetting is constant.
Jesus told his followers to pray to avoid temptation. But before we can pray that with a clear conscience, there are some things we need to ask ourselves first.
If God already knows my needs, why pray? Because the purpose of prayer is to surrender your will, not impose it.
Many of us grew up praying, but our prayers didn't grow up with us. We pray pretty much the way we've always prayed, the way we were taught to pray as children. Some of that is good. Some may not be so good. Jesus’ first followers grew up praying, but had a lot of questions once they heard Jesus pray. Join us for the series, Grownup Prayers to explore how Jesus taught us to pray and the way it will make your life better.
The Bible is often thought of as a book of kid’s stories, the kind of tales that begin with, “once upon a time.” And, for many of us, the stories we heard as kids are about as far as we got in engaging with the Bible. But these are rich narratives that can inspire people of all ages! Join us this Sunday as we dig into one of the most popular and powerful stories in Scripture: Daniel in the Lions' Den. In our world that elevates power and rewards manipulation, we’ll see how Daniel’s faithfulness to God provides a testimony to the people of the world.
Join us this Sunday as we celebrate Father’s Day! We have a special guest speaker, Elliott Gonzalez, Pastor of Confirmation at Highland Park United Methodist Church, bringing the message and maybe a few dad jokes.
“And God said: “Write down the vision, and make it plain so that the congregation may run with it. This vision is a witness pointing to what’s coming, and it will arrive right on time.” - Habakkuk 2:2 Join us as we celebrate what God has done in and through Uptown Church and to discuss the next season of building this community in the city, for the city.
If you get what you deserve, would you be happy with what you got? When we try to live up to an impossible standard and fall short, we might deserve shame, punishment, or worse—but what if, instead, you could receive grace? You get what you deserve always sounds way better when we're talking about someone else and not ourselves. Join us this Sunday as we close out the "Things Jesus Never Said" series, to see why, with Jesus, “You get what you deserve,” doesn’t have to apply to you.
Momma said there'd be days like this. So did Jesus. Turns out momma and Jesus agree that life brings it's share of hard and challenging days, though we may be tempted to believe otherwise. Thank goodness Jesus is there to see us through.
“Do what makes you happy.” You’ve probably gotten this advice at some point in your life—but is it good advice? And did Jesus ever say it? Join us as we get to the bottom of why it can be so hard to find true happiness, and what Jesus did say about joy and happiness. It wasn’t “Do what makes you happy.” It was far better!
Jesus shared a lot of wisdom that's been recorded in the Bible. But lately, He also seems to share a ton on Instagram, on screen-printed mugs, and in those images your aunt posts on Facebook, too. But how much of it is true? Where’s the line between what He actually told us, and the Things Jesus Never Said?
Following Jesus’ crucifixion, his followers expected what anyone expects after someone dies—that the person would remain that way. But one of Jesus’ followers, John, gave an eyewitness account that summarized the main event surrounding Christianity: Jesus rose from the dead. In this seventh and final sign that John documents, he makes the case that Jesus is exactly who he claimed to be.
At different points in our lives, many of us wonder why a good God would allow bad things to happen. And without a clear response, that dilemma could cause us to question God’s existence altogether. The Gospel writer John documented an occasion where Jesus not only brought his friend Lazarus back to life but also demonstrated how God can exist in the midst of a world of evil and suffering.
In order to demonstrate who he was, Jesus performed a number of miracles, which the apostle John referred to as “signs.” The first of those signs was at a joyous occasion where Jesus turned water into wine. The second sign was in the midst of a heartbreaking circumstance in which a father desperately asked Jesus to heal his dying son.
Beginning with first-century followers of Jesus, trusting in Jesus has been a response to evidence—not simply a hope that something is true. The Gospel writer John referred to the miracles of Jesus as signs that gave evidence of who Jesus was. The first sign John documented was when Jesus—with a nudge from his mother—attended a wedding and turned water into wine.
The one thing that may totally change how you spend and save your money has nothing to do with spending or saving. It’s a question. And those who have been brave enough to answer this question have never regretted it.
Are you mastering your money or being mastered by it? Maybe it’s time to flip the script. Instead of striving to have enough money to satisfy your appetites, Jesus encouraged his listeners to flip the script on how they approach money.
Jesus gave us a strong warning to avoid one thing when it comes to our money. Most of us assume we’re doing a pretty good job staying away from it, but one simple question may show us otherwise.
Many people are conflict averse avoiding disagreement at all costs. Conflict may make for some great break up songs, however, we'd most of us don't want to be the subject matter of them. But, conflict is inevitable in every relationship, especially romantic relationships. So, what can you do to navigate relational differences?
For many of us, talking about S-E-X, is terrifying, especially at church. But Song of Songs, the orginal great love ballad in Scripture offers a healthy way of understanding emotional and physical intimacy in a way that honors God and others.
Before your favorite boy band or pop star ever wrote the perfect love ballad, the Bible was the place to find some of the best love songs in the ancient world. The book, Song of Songs, is a collection of ancient Israelite love poems that celebrate the beauty and power of God's gift of love and sexual desire. Join us for a three-week series as we take a look at these original love songs and explore how they inspire us today navigate love, sex and relationships.
While there may not be a crowd cheering at the finish line of your next five years, how you live will impact the people around you. Jane Goodall said it this way, "you cannot get through a single day without having an impact on the world around. Everything you do makes a difference. You just have to decide what kind of difference you want to make." So, what difference will your next five years make on the world?
Your real competition to becoming who you want to be in five years is distraction. There are many things that vie for your time and attention, so when will you do the work to get to your 5-year desired destination? Explore the power of reimaging your evenings and morning to anchor your days.
If your current momentum isn't getting you where you want to be in five years, what do you do? Well, you change of course. Here's the catch, change, even good change, is hard and doesn't come naturally to most people. In fact many of us don't change until we have to. Crisis can be a catalyst for change in our lives, but in the absence of one, how do we change and become who we want to be?
As a star gains more and more mass, you’d think it would become brighter. Right? But the opposite is actually true. The more massive the star, the faster it burns its fuel supply, and the shorter its life. The biggest brightest stars are at danger for burning out the fastest and becoming black holes in our universe. See, we were made to shine! But if we burn ourselves out, the world doesn’t have our light … and the world desperately needs our light.