One of my favorite excerpts from literature comes from The Velveteen Rabbit. It’s a story for children but I don’t think we grasp the true meaning and depth of this story until adulthood. And I doubt there is a more poignant exchange in all of literature about life. The passage is about Becoming Real.

​Patience is hard for me, especially when it comes to my life path. I want to have it all figured out now. I don’t want to wait any longer to figure out my purpose or have an impact. And why do I feel like I’m moving so slowly towards accomplishing everything I want in my life?

​Do you know Dan Eldon? If not, get ready to be inspired by this young man. He tragically lost his life at 22 but in his short time on earth, he lived life to its absolute fullest. Take a look at the video in the Just For Fun section. Every time I watch it, I am re-energized by his story to Make My Mark.

“Place your hand over your heart. Feel that? That’s called purpose. You’re alive for a reason. Don’t forget it.” A friend posted this on Instagram and it stopped me. I then put my hand over my heart and felt the beats- one by one. In that small moment I promised myself I would never stop growing so I can live a purpose-driven life.

Our God is an Awesome God. On this Sunday, there is no time better to take a second and think about what that phrase means. I’ve sung that song a million times and sometimes I take for granted what it actually means. 

Wednesday's: Right in the middle of the workweek and we all know too well how hectic things can get. So very quickly, before you start your day, will you take second to stop and intentionally take three deep breathes and focus on these three things?