In life, as with hiking, things are found along the way. Below is a “good idea” list (ideas, some fun, quotes, etc.) with some of those discoveries. Using the blog’s themes, check out the resources below.* And have a great month!
Nothing Wasted Life Quote:
The story of Jesus is one of coming into lives and disrupting the rhythm, the well-worn path; bringing something new. Source by Andy LePeau
Extra: Just for Fun
Theology & Spiritual Life
- In continuing to celebrate Easter hope, a reflection on God’s wrath: “Then, in Romans 8.3, God condemns Sin in the flesh of Jesus and not Jesus as such. Therefore, as far as the theology of substitution here goes, it is not that Jesus is condemned rather than us but that Sin is condemned in Jesus rather than in us.”
Wise Living/Productivity
- Our lives and spiritual experience has many “in body” implictions. This article has fascinating neuroscience facts with potential for us to apply to our mental discipleship and “renewing our minds”.
- Interesting (short) article on “no time” (practiced by Albert Einstein and Steve Jobs) and how it improves creativity and productivity. Interesting pieces of neuroscience too.
Relationships
- Empathy is a Virtue: A theological and biblical word study and discussion of how there is a biblical empathy that is part of our being formed in the image of Christ, what it is and isn’t — and practical implications in why (with some good insights on narcissism, etc.)
- Making emotional intelligent friends with six practical tips: Very practical tips on building healthy relationships.
Leadership (self or others)
- Drowning in an Ocean of Encouragement: Are you an encourager or a discourager? Good thoughts and reminders for us here. Examples below:
- “There are not many in this world who are at risk of drowning in an ocean of encouragement, of being swept away by a tsunami of cheer, of being pulled under by great waves of comfort.”
- “A well-timed word of praise will lighten a man’s step for a day, but a harsh rebuke will burden it for a week.”
- Interesting case study of emotional intelligence in leadership in a look at Alphabet (Google) CEO, Sundar Pichai.
*A listing here is not an endorsement of everything from that person or organization.
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