What is the most powerful muscle in the human body? The muscle that exerts the greatest force is the soleus, or calf muscle. It contracts to keep us standing upright and without it we would be unable to stand, let alone walk. The muscle that exerts the greatest pressure is the masseter, or jaw muscle.... Continue Reading →
Think About These Things…
Why is it so hard to hang onto the good? Maybe it's just human nature to focus on the negative, or maybe it's a reflection of our own self-doubt. One insult often leaves a lasting impact, while compliments and words of encouragement are quickly forgotten. I am personally quick to dismiss compliments because I don't... Continue Reading →
The Things We Love
What we prioritize as most important to us will impact our perspective, our actions, and our satisfaction. "The things that we love tell us what we are."Sir Thomas Acquinas So the questions we need to be asking are: What do we love? Where do we place our value? What do we prioritize in our lives?... Continue Reading →
Words of Wisdom- Day 2
Kindness Do not withhold good from those to whom it is due, when it is in your power to act.Do not say to your neighbor, “Come back tomorrow and I’ll give it to you”— when you already have it with you.Proverbs 3:27-28 It's easy to get so wrapped up in the busyness of our own lives that we... Continue Reading →
How should we respond when others are suffering?
The gift of presence Originally I had planned to move on to my last section which would be finding meaning in suffering. However, after recent experiences I realized that God had been preparing me to address another area before I wrapped things up. How do we respond to people who are going through suffering? This... Continue Reading →