“When are the British coming?  I won’t tell… I promise!”    Paul Revere As a minister or Christian vocational worker, in some people’s eyes you automatically become trustworthy, and able to be trusted to keep even the deepest darkest secrets.  As a result, you’ll find that people will dump on you…

“If I want your opinion, I’ll beat it out of you…”    My big brother You slowly shuffle onto an elevator during one of your hospital visitation days, edging your way through the crowd towards an open back wall spot.  As you survey the mix of people in car as it…

“God gave you two ears and one mouth… and He had a reason for that.”     My Mom   I must confess… I don’t listen very well sometimes.  I tell you that for several reasons.  You need to know that learning to be good listener is a process, and one that…

“Post this at all the intersections, dear friends: Lead with your ears, follow up with your tongue, and let anger straggle along in the rear.”  James 1:19 How many problems could be avoided or easily dealt with if we simply followed this sage advice- “If you’re wondering whether or not…