One of the most dangerous aspects of AI will likely become our dependence upon AI rather than on God. Google gave us the search engine, but AI takes the search engine far deeper by providing prescriptive directives and knowledge based on research. Each day it becomes easier for me to type in any issue ...

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A recent Wall Street Journal article chronicled business leaders’ complaints that too many employees are focusing on their phones or their laptops during business meetings. Some leaders acknowledged that they were guilty of the same behavior. In today’s frenetic business world, being connected is considered a prerequisite to effective leadership. But when we are more ...

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Walking into the conference room, I could tell my colleague was troubled. I couldn’t see her tear-filled eyes because her chin was almost on her chest. But I could tell something was wrong. Following my usual response to heavy situations, I made a joke. When she looked up – expressionless – I knew I had ...

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A study of the Gospel of Matthew by the Theology of Work Project notes that Matthew 6:21 is worded somewhat counter-intuitively. Jesus instructed his listeners to store up treasures in heaven instead of on earth, where those treasures are subject to loss. He then said, “For where your treasure is, there your heart will be ...

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My great grandfather lived into his mid-90s. Wade was primarily a roofer and a part time farmer. He loved to work hard and enjoy life. When Great Grandpa Boxx was 89 years old he leaned over, and with a twinkle in his eye, whispered, “Don’t tell your parents, but I just finished roofing the church ...

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Personally, I tend to be an information junkie. If I’m in my car, I typically listen to some form of talk radio. The downside of this approach, however, is the lack of enough quiet time for reflection. Although I have a lot of morning prayer and Bible study, it doesn’t always feel like enough. Recently, ...

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A low point in my career came when I worked at a small communications agency. After losing a large client, everyone had to work harder and find new revenue. The clients that I did have were enmeshed in stressful public controversies (which was why they needed communications help). On top of that, I was working ...

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The Big Beautiful Bill may have a big but not so beautiful impact on corporate giving next year. In 2026, corporations will have new limits on their charitable giving. Currently, they can deduct 10% of their taxable income, but next year the first 1% will be excluded. Subchapter S corporations have long been allowed more ...

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In his book, “Why Your Work Matters,” Tom Nelson recounts the Exodus story of God’s anointing on two men – Bezalel and Oholiab – for special service. “Then the Lord said to Moses, ‘See, I have chosen Bezalel… and I have filled him with the Spirit of God, with wisdom, with understanding, with knowledge and ...

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According to Dr. Ben Talei, a Beverly Hills plastic surgeon, face lifts for technology guys have increased fivefold over the past five years. A related Wall Street Journal article emphasized that since technology is considered a young person’s profession, many men in their 30s and 40s are now getting face lifts to beat the signs ...

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