Seeking God During the Hard Times

On September 11, 2001, life changed in America. As four hijacked airliners made their final, horrific flights, Americans trembled in fear, but also stood in anger.

A tragedy of that magnitude left millions of people searching for answers. It caused many of us to reflect on our lives, and to appreciate what we had.

That was a Tuesday. Five days later, these millions of people flocked to churches in the hope that God could provide some sense of meaning in the tragedy.

Leading Through Hard Times

Leadership can be very rewarding for those who aspire to be in such positions. The chance to make decisions that impact an organization, or the opportunity to pour knowledge into those you lead can be very rewarding.

But, a leader's real worth doesn't come during the easy time. It comes when things go wrong.

Music Review: Ernie Haase and Signature Sound

Rating: 8 out of 10

Today, I am reviewing the new album from Ernie Haase & Signature Sound, Here We Are Again.

This is the groups first original album in three years, and is a showcase of this group's diversity.

The album opens with an interesting take on the classic "Swing Low, Sweet Chariot." The song carries a vaudeville-like feel that is different than the typical southern gospel song, but not so far removed from the imaginations of Signature Sound. After all, these guys have showed the genre what it means to be different.

Easter Week

As a Christ-follower, Easter has become my favorite holiday. It represents the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

His death paid OUR debt from sin. His resurrection gave us hope for eternity. For those who believe in Him, Jesus made all things new.

Check out this video.

Leadership From a Cooking Show

I will confess it. My wife and I like to watch the Food Network. Not all of the shows, mind you, but we enjoy some of the "game shows" they offer. We've also gotten into those shows where the star transforms a troubled eatery, trying to make it successful again.

But, in March, the network debuted a new show that takes that latter point to a whole new level. Where Robert Irvine would go into a failing restaurant and try to make wholesale changes to bring it back to profitability, Willie Degal has a different approach.

March Blog Report: Top Five Posts

Each month, I am going to start posting the top five most viewed posts on this blog. Here is what readers found most interesting this month.

1. Leaders Must Take a Break
2. Listen for the God Moments
3. Fighting the Urge to Take Over
4. Tone Deaf Does Not Make Good Music
5. Come One, Come All