John Maxwell states that, “Teamwork makes the dream work.” The synergy of cooperation is not simply principles of addition, but rather multiplication. This truth is illustrated by the fact that when oxen are yoked together their strength potential is not just doubled, but actually multiplied. Even the […]
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18
May
2016
Cooperation is the Teamwork of Life
18
Nov
2015
Interdependence is the Quilt of Life
Interdependence means to connect by mutually depending or relying on another person or persons for support. Instead, sometimes people withdraw from society physically, emotionally, socially, and mentally because of fear, insecurity, and wounds from abuse. This reaction will not bring resolution. It only magnifies the pain and […]
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15
Jan
2014
Conflict is the Struggle of Life
Conflict cannot be avoided because we all have uniquely different opinions. If you ever hear of a couple who claim they have never had an argument, either they are living on opposite sides of the country, or one is doing all the talking and the other is […]
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23
Aug
2013
Communication is the Connection of Life
Communication skills determine how we connect and relate to those in our world. Have you ever felt exasperated because what you said was not what you actually communicated? When those with whom you were in dialogue repeated their perception of the conversation, you were left wondering, “How […]
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22
May
2013
Trust is the Adhesive of Life
Trust is the essential ingredient for any successful relationship. Trust acts as a double-sided adhesive to hold the relationship together in these trying and tumultuous times. Trust is the substance that cements us together when the world endeavors to pull us apart. A relationship cannot survive without […]
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24
Apr
2013
Fellowship is the Table of Life
In our fast paced American culture we have replaced mealtime around the family table with fast food in route to the next activity, or with a TV dinner around the television in what used to be the family room. No conversation, no interaction, no reflection, and no […]
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27
Dec
2012
Children are the Treasure of Life
The first parents created by God were commanded to be fruitful, multiply, and replenish the earth. A family begins with a man and woman drawn together by mutual love and a ceremony of commitment we call marriage. Children are the treasure of that relationship. They are the […]
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10
Oct
2012
Companionship is the Relationship of Life
Whether the association is that of a business partner, a mutual friend, or fellowship on a social basis, companionship initiates relationship. Relationship births friendship. Friendship is the model for all intimate encounters. It is the basic ingredient for a good marriage. It is the springboard that is […]
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