What is the difference between being happy and being joyful? Can you have joy even if you're not happy? In today's episode, Mark considers the definitions of each of these and challenges us to be filled with joy that isn't circumstantial. To learn more, click on the video above.

Do you struggle with change? Do you find yourself stuck in the past or consumed by the future? In today's episode, Mark encourages us to live in the present in order to best adapt to change. Click on the video above to learn more!

If you live in Texas, you know the weather can change quickly and without warning...especially in the spring. In fact, the weather predictions for today are even a bit unsure.

Do you find yourself worrying about the weather? Or perhaps about other things that have a short-term focus? In today's episode, Mark considers what the Bible says about God's nature and how we can find comfort in His character. Click on the video above to learn more!  

What does it mean to be "social"? In a culture that is too-often focused on digital connections, have we as a society lost the ability to genuinely connect with one another?

In today's episode, Mark shares a video he came across that has a powerful perspective on our social connections in life. To learn more, click on the video above.

Priorities can be difficult to determine sometimes. Even when we *think* we have them set, often our life choices don't align with our planned priorities. What is MOST important in your life?

In today's episode, Mark considers this question and challenges each of us to do the same as we begin this new year. Let's be intentional about our focus in 2022!

Have you been through an experience before when you didn't understand the "why" behind it? You may have asked questions such as: What was God's purpose in taking you through that trial? What good could possibly come from it? Why had He allowed it in your life? What were you supposed to learn from it? 

So what do you do when you just can't understand the "why" of your difficult situation? In today's episode, Mark gives encouragement to keep moving forward in such times. Click on the video above to learn more!

What makes a life worth remembering? How do we stay focused on what really matters? In today's episode, Mark considers these questions and encourages each of us to stay on God's path, specifically in seven areas. To learn more, click on the video above!

Good morning and Happy Labor Day!  Enjoy this short message from Mark and be encouraged to focus your "labor" on things that really matter.  Click on the video above to learn more!

Did you watch any of the Olympics this summer? Mark enjoys watching them and had a few thoughts to share in today's episode about the relay races. To learn more, click on the video above!

Any strong business understands the importance of having a plan to grow. It requires time and intentionality -- it's "Business 101."

In today's episode, Mark considers how we should apply that same time, attention, and focus on a plan to grow our faith, too. To learn more, click on the video above.