The “Gist” of the article – Don’t chase people who walk outof your life, disrespect you, don’t return texts or calls or give you the silent treatment.   Show yourself the respect you deserve.

The “Gist” of the article – My hardened heart softened whenI sensed the actress in the movie wasn’t just portraying a part.  It was real in her life.   

The “Gist” of the article – I’ve learned to value myself bynot pursuing relationships that are only “one way, ” i.e. I initiate the connection but there is no response from the other person.  

Sometimes God shows up in unusual ways to show Himself real to you

The “Gist” of the article – Do you “Got to ….” or do you “Getto….”  How you express that can set yourattitude about that task or that day.       

Don’tlook at the challenges of life as things to avoid.  Embrace them. It is there you will grow.      

The “Gist” of the article – These are the stories of how Godshowed up in unique ways during my years as President/CEO of Charlotte RescueMission.     

Healthyrelationships are designed to energize you, to bring out the best in you.  They are not designed to drain you.    

The “Gist” of the article – Sometimes out best thinking canget us in “Big” trouble.  How do we pauseto avoid the pain of making mistakes we may regret.   

There are many things that pull for your attention. Many are good. How do you focus on the one thing that is about the vision for your life?