The second deadly mindset is a subtle but powerful enemy of truth. It is shame - a mindset of self-hatred that fuels destructive behaviors and distorts reality. Shame proclaims, “I am worthless and defective, hopelessly screwed up, and if you really … [Read more...]

The blame game is deadly mindset #1. We saw its birth in Genesis as Adam and Eve pointed fingers when confronted by God about their sin. They began it, and we have perfected it. Blaming basically says, “It’s not my fault!” Flip Wilson was a … [Read more...]

When being interviewed for a ministry position, one of my good friends was asked a question that made a lasting impression: “If you were the devil and you wanted to take you down, what would you do? Where would you attack?” It’s an insightful … [Read more...]

Dependence vs. Self-Effort A good friend once told me his motto for handling challenges in life: “There is not a problem I cannot out-think or out-work!” Sounds inspiring, don’t you think? While critical thinking and hard work are helpful tools in … [Read more...]

One of Satan’s greatest tactics over the centuries has been lying to men about intimacy. Sharing openly and honestly with other men in connected relationships is not weak - it’s Christlike. The truth is, it is CRITICAL to our freedom that we allow … [Read more...]