Thoughts, devotions, and more from Jeffrey K. Ross, author of "Next Step Devotions"
My wife and I just had a wonderful evening with one of my former coworkers and his family. They moved here from their home near Mumbai, India nearly a year ago. For the last couple of months we've been planning on getting together with this kind family hosting us. Our earlier scheduled evening had to …
Continue reading Leap Year Lesson #56: We Have Much to Learn From Other Cultures
My wife and I were quite surprised tonight when we went to check out at our favorite restaurant - Qdoba. The cashier looked at us and said, "You'll get one of these entrees free if you kiss each other." We didn't realize they had a Valentine's Day special going for anyone to benefit from a …
Several years ago I told my dad that he was my hero. When I think of him, I think of someone who tells it like he sees it, even if what he says isn't popular or politically correct. I think of someone who would literally expend his last ounce of energy or spend his last …
Continue reading Leap Year Lesson #44: Choose Your Hero Wisely
I hope this lesson is a no-brainer to all who read it, but there is a reason why this thought comes to mind today. It's my 55th birthday. As I settle in for the night and look back at the day, it's been simple and good. I slept later than normal until my dog just …
Continue reading Leap Year Lesson #28: People Are More Important Than Things
I had the pleasure today of spending a little time with some people I have not personally known for long. It was thoroughly enjoyable. I look forward to more time together. Someone looking at our very different lives would not expect us to enjoy time together, but we do. There is a controversy in some …
Continue reading Leap Year Lesson #23: Spend Time With Someone Unlike You
