Author Archives: Barbara

The Abundant Life: Riches money can’t buy… Those living the abundant life still have a sense of awe and wonderment. Children have a keen sense of awe and wonderment. A colorful flower, a vibrant sunset, a twinkling firefly, a crescent … Continue reading →

The Abundant Life: Riches money can’t buy… Those living the abundant life realize that rest is important. It is vital for our physical and spiritual health and well-being.  From the beginning it was so. God worked for many days and … Continue reading →

The Abundant Life: Riches money can’t buy… Those living the abundant life have an attitude of gratitude. They know that developing the art of appreciation can actually change their lives for the better.   Many spend time striving for things … Continue reading →

The Abundant Life: Riches money can’t buy… Those living the abundant life believe in the old adage that necessity is the mother of invention. However, they go one step further and realize that it can also be a time of … Continue reading →

The Abundant Life: Riches money can’t buy… Those living the abundant life know that the past is to learn from, not to live in. Those living in the past are continually lamenting what might have been. They are stuck in … Continue reading →

The Abundant Life: Riches money can’t buy… Those living the abundant life do not defend poor choices by passing the buck. Passing the buck is an expression that has nothing to do with the American dollar. It actually means to … Continue reading →

The Abundant Life: Riches money can’t buy… Some may seem successful, but really aren’t living the abundant life if they haven’t learned to take responsibility, not make excuses, and admit mistakes.   General George Patton was a stubborn, obstinate leader. … Continue reading →

The Abundant Life: Riches money can’t buy… The abundant life realizes that life is unpredictable. It’s filled with inconveniences, difficulties, and frustrations. For want of a better word—life is messy. For those of us who love routine, order, and organization, … Continue reading →

The Abundant Life: Riches money can’t buy… Those living the abundant life know how to acknowledge and appreciate others. Those who focus only on work and not relationships can easily become disconnected from those who are most important to them. … Continue reading →

The Abundant Life: Riches money can’t buy… Those living the abundant life strive to be better, not become bitter. When we think we’ve been wronged or treated unfairly, we can become resentful, which is defined as bitter indignation. The Bible … Continue reading →