The Determined People Podcast

Most people mind their own business and are happy when things work out. But there are some who love to tear others down. 

We are halfway through the year. It's hard to believe. Perhaps it is a good time review the first half. 

We are hardwired to be connected with others. No technology can replace that. 

When life is easy, we aren't growing. Inner strength and resilience are built in the fire. 

"Nothing but net" is a basketball term. In today's episode I am talking about something much bigger than basketball. 

Some people are just plain miserable. They have gotten so wrapped up in their politics that they have no joy or peace in their lives. 

You have to believe that people want to do a good job. But when dealing with teenagers, it's a whole different ballgame. 

Our foods have been modified to increase yield, but at what expense? On Wednesday I began a new eating protocol designed to eliminate inflammation from my body. As you have heard me say, pain is a powerful motivator. I'm motivated! Keep me in your prayers as I do this. Part of the protocol is eliminating many foods I like. 

There are some people who challenge our ability to live the Golden Rule. In today's episode I share with you what to do when you encounter those people. 

We may not be famous, but that doesn't mean that eyes aren't on us all the time. 

There is good and bad all around us. But why does there have to be bad? In today's episode I give you some perspective on this...

Scripture is God-breathed. Lives are transformed when we take what we learn from Scripture and apply it in our lives. This is especially true with the teachings of Jesus. 

In yesterday's episode I talked about the benefits of discipline. There's more to the story. 

A goal without discipline and commitment is just a daydream. But when you combine discipline with commitment, you have already won the battle. 

My liberal arts education shaped my thinking. It allowed me to see the world through different perspectives. My worldview was opened to the possibilities that are out there. 

Sometimes we want to blend in with the crowd. That is, until we don't. It's in those moments when it's your time to lead. Embrace it. Don't run from it. 

Forgiveness frees you from past hurts. But it comes with a little sadness, too. 

Our bodies are meant to be in motion. Taking care of yourself doesn't have to be complicated or expensive. You have everything you need at home. Just get started! 

Elon Musk recently became the world's first trillionaire. At least he is on paper. I think it's pretty cool! Already the feckless politicians are calling for more taxes from his success. Elon still holds the record for the largest payment to the IRS in history, about $11-12 billion. 

When we purchase an item, it comes with an instruction manual. If we don't read the instructions, we have to learn the hard way. Life is the same. God gave us a manual to guide us through this life. It's called the Bible. But you gotta read it and apply it to reap the benefits. 

Some things never go out of style: listening well, showing true compassion, and here are a few more.

Allen Banks was playing Division I basketball, then opportunity struck that changed his life forever. 

We must always give our very best. 

Cheating is a shortcut that does not pay off in the long run. 

Social media posts are nice, but how many of the images posted are genuine? We find our self-worth by seeing ourselves through the eyes of our Creator. 

There are a lot of lies on the internet. I'm not sure why this is happening, but today's message is a reminder that we should question anything that seems too good to be true. 

Technology is a wonderful tool for saving time and making our lives more efficient. We mustn't become so dependent on our phones and social media to replace human connection. We are better together...

Every day is an unknown. You might even call it an adventure. But there is no need for worry or concern. God is already ahead of us today and every day. 

It seems like many people are searching for fame, the spotlight. But there is one who knows us best, even if we don't really know Him. 

We are in a fight every day of our lives. Many people don't realize there is an invisible battle going on all around them. 

When we exercise, we should stretch before and after. But today's episode is about a different kind of stretching...stretching our faith. Take a moment to listen. 

In today's episode, I share my own story of how I became a faithful tither. God showed up when I was in my worst financial position in my adult life. 

Our worship should not be rote or scripted. We find meaning when we have a relationship with our Creator. And don't worry! Having a relationship with God will not turn you into a religious freak standing on the street corner holding a sign. But God will use you in a different, better way. 

The success of a company depends on the quality of the people. Great people produce exceptional results. 

People return to God when things go wrong in their lives. Sometimes the people they reach out to aren't good people. But stay hopeful because most people are good...

Giving something lip service is meaningless. Get involved. Take action! 

We must never take our freedoms for granted. Many people died so we have them. God bless the United States of America...

Today I examine the story of Jesus walking on water, and how it applies to our lives today. 

Jesus was a peacemaker. He was a rebel, too. 

Open the door to forgiveness and let the light in. Light floods the darkness from our lives...