Thoughts, devotions, and more from Jeffrey K. Ross, author of "Next Step Devotions"
There were two occasions today where it was good and satisfying to find common ground with others. The first came at the end of a week at work somewhat dominated in my responsibilities by a controversy that provoked much discussion and debate on our internal social network - an online community I manage consisting of …
Continue reading Leap Year Lesson #136: It’s Nice To Find Common Ground
I went through one of the most grueling physical experiences I've ever attempted yesterday. Two of my coworkers, their spouses and a friend joined together to form a team to complete the Muddy Fanatic race in Sellersburg, Indiana. It's a 5K (3.1 mile) muddy obstacle course on a farm that took us about two hours …
Continue reading Leap Year Lesson #133: Exhaustion Can Hurt So Good
Once your children leave the nest, there are no guarantees how often you will get to spend time with them. Will they move far away? Will they be so busy with their own lives even if they live nearby that you won't be able to spend much time with them anyway? The past week has …
Continue reading Leap Year Lesson #132: Time With Your Children Is Time Well Spent
With the growth of Facebook to over 800 million users and showing no sign of going away anytime soon, we have a new element in our relationships that simply didn't exist too many years ago. We have the ability to easily stay in touch - even to the finest level of detail - with whomever …
Continue reading Leap Year Lesson #130: Facebook Can Deepen Relationships
Sunday and Monday were the first two days my wife and I have ever spent alone on my parents' farm. It was very nice - relaxing and peaceful with the natural sounds of the geese, frogs, horse, cattle, dog and, of course, the unnatural sound of the TV we impose on the serenity. It was …
Continue reading Leap Year Lesson #125: It Is Not Good For Man To Be Alone
