by Don Hooser
This column is for articles, blogs and book reviews that are not about one particular topic in the list of topics. It is for uplifting pieces that encourage, comfort, inspire and motivate.
Blogs
You Can Break the Cycle of Generational Dysfunction!
by Greg Thomas
Often some of our deepest personal problems are rooted in something we can't control—dysfunctional family behavioral patterns that came before us. But we can control our choices, and each of us can choose life and good things!
In 1974 American singer and songwriter Harry Chapin recorded a song titled "Cat's in the Cradle." The song is about a father who is too busy to spend time with his son, instead offering vague promises to spend time with him in the future.
Are You a Barnabas?
by Janet Treadway
If there is one thing we really need in this world, it is encouragement. People can be pretty tough on us, and we tend to be pretty tough on ourselves.
To be an encourager is to give courage to someone to continue on. Barnabas was such a man—that's why they called him Barnabas (Son of Encouragement)! What can we learn from him?
Barnabas: The Encourager
by Ed Dowd
Have you ever had a friend stand up for you? What about someone who helped and supported you even before you became friends? Barnabas was that kind of person. His life provides some great lessons for us today.
A Lesson from Ghana: Live by the Two Great Commandments
by Melvin Rhodes
Ghana is one of the friendliest countries in the world. It seems like everybody wants “to be your friend.” From the moment you arrive until the time of departure, it seems like nobody will leave you alone. Many request your e-mail address, while others want their photograph taken with you. Any visitor is bound to feel like the center of attention.
"Overcoming" Largely Depends on the Support of Family and Friends
by Melvin Rhodes
A good friend of mine is a recovering alcoholic.
That means he recognizes he has a major problem with alcohol and that he can never have another drink. He has not had a drink for over six years now.
He attends AA (Alcoholics Anonymous) three times a week. To some, this may seem like an addiction in itself, but he knows he needs the support of others sharing the same struggle.
