The good news is that in the hands of Jesus disqualifying stories are transformed. That’s the essence of the Gospel.
Tag: Brian Harris
Paralysed by indecision? Struggling to start a project? Lacking motivation? These thoughts from Brian Harris will help get you moving.
On its own, ambition is neutral – neither good nor bad. It’s the content we apply it to that makes the difference, writes Brian Harris.
It seems to me that hope is a faith based virtue – a deeply Christian virtue. I wonder if courage is even possible, without hope.
I’ve started to think about the things I do that are really not very helpful – and drawn up a “don’t do” list. See if they resonate with you.
There is a Latin phrase I love: “coram Deo”, which essentially means that all of life takes place in the sight of God.
Brian Harris asks: “What’s the point of desiring something deeply but having no plan in place for how to attain it?”
Knowing yourself means knowing what you will never do well, what will never satisfy you, and what you CAN do well.
There is something about the Nike slogan “Just do it” that inspires. It’s about facing your fears and taking the critical first step.
While we probably accept that some of our own sayings are exasperating, how about some of the things Jesus said?