Thoughts, devotions, and more from Jeffrey K. Ross, author of "Next Step Devotions"
When we hear the phrase "absence makes the heart grow fonder," we usually hear it in the context of being apart from loved ones and the desire that grows to be reunited when separated from them. Today's application of the statement is in a very different context - coworkers. With periodic vacations, trips, and various …
Continue reading Leap Year Lesson #289: Absence Makes the Heart Grow Fonder
Continuing with my dog-inspired lessons for this weekend, I want to share with you a brief encounter from Saturday night. While sitting in my recliner with books spread around me, studying and prepping to teach my Bible study class Sunday, my dog Callie decided she wanted to be in the middle of things. That's quite …
Continue reading Leap Year Lesson #287: There Is Too Little Unconditional Love in the World
My wife and I spent a few hours today on our annual tradition of strolling through the St. James Court Art Show in Louisville, KY. With 750 artists from throughout North America and guest artists from outside the continent, it is an amazing collection of talent and creativity that fills numerous streets in Old Louisville. …
Continue reading Leap Year Lesson #281: You Need Some Traditions
I had coffee with a dear friend a few days ago. We rarely see each other, going months at a time without direct contact besides seeing each other's social media posts. He is a trusted friend who is truly a kindred spirit in significant ways. Time spent catching up and sharing about important matters is …
Continue reading Leap Year Lesson #279: You Need Time With Kindred Spirits
I suspect the majority of people who use social media do so because of the relationships it fosters. The real-time connections you can have with anyone, anywhere with people you see every day and those you haven't seen in decades makes it an incredibly convenient and potentially beneficial medium. Where I see the medium suffer …
Continue reading Leap Year Lesson #271: Social Media is About Relationships
