Author David Grimm

Part 2: Watch Your Words Key Verse “People can tame all kinds of animals, birds, reptiles, and fish, but no one can tame the tongue. It is restless and evil, full of deadly poison.”—James 3:7–8 (NLT) The Idea Words hold tremendous power. They can bring comfort and clarity or tear down and wound. Bob Goff illustrates this truth by sharing a story of his friend who lost a child. At the funeral, a well-intentioned woman tried to show empathy by comparing this man’s loss to the recent passing of...

In Part 1, we explored the wisdom found in James 1:19–20—being quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to get angry. We also discussed communication expert Jefferson Fisher and his advice: “Take a pause before responding. Let your first word be your breath.” Now, let’s get into the real-world application of what we’ve called the “pause principle.” When To Pause (Part 2) Why the Pause Matters Pausing before you respond is more than just a neat communication trick; it’s a way to ensure the...

“Do everything without complaining and arguing,” – Philippians 2:14 NLT CHOOSE JOY, NOT COMPLAINTS It’s so easy to get caught up in all the negative…. Let’s remember that choosing joy over complaints not only brightens our own outlook but also inspires others. Let's do it all with a great attitude & encourage one another along the way! “Do everything without complaining and arguing,” – Philippians 2:14 NLT Have you ever found yourself slipping into a cycle of negativity—constantly pointing...

“If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.” – James 1:5 NIV You Only Need To Ask Have you ever felt stuck, unsure of what to do next, or overwhelmed by decisions that seem too big to handle? Maybe you’ve spent hours weighing your options, analyzing every possible outcome, and still come up empty-handed. If you’ve ever been in that place, you’re not alone. The good news is that you don’t have to figure it out...

“Blessed be the Lord, Who daily loads us with benefits, The God of our salvation! Selah.” – Psalms 68:19 NKJV Seeing His Goodness Have you ever stopped to think about how God’s goodness shows up in your life every single day? Not just on the good days, when everything goes as planned, but even on the hard ones—the ones filled with unexpected challenges like a sudden job loss, heartbreak from a broken relationship, or setbacks in your health or finances? This verse in Psalms reminds us of a...