John Wooden once remarked to me, “If you didn’t have to work to get something, it probably wasn’t worth getting.” If Greatness were easy, it wouldn’t be Greatness — it would be the norm. Greatness reaches beyond the status quo. Greatness can be achieved only through sweat and struggle because it is not something that…

Jack Welch had a 40-year career at General Electric, retiring as chairman and chief executive officer in 2001.  During his tenure, GE's market capitalization increased by $400 billion.  After leaving GE, he has travelled the world, speaking to over 250,000 people and answering their questions on a variety of topics.  In his book Winning, Mr. Welch gives his response to…

When I played college baseball at St. Xavier, our coach was a big believer in team building.  He put us through endurance tests that he knew would be difficult for the team to finish.  His intent was that we would be tougher mentally and physically and would learn to work together to endure the tough times…

 One of the worst things you can do in life is live as a victim. I am always amazed at stories of people who are faced with extremely tough situations, such as a disabling injury or sickness, and yet, they persevere to live life as normally as possible and find a way to keep a…

I would highly recommend that you read the book the Purpose Driven Life.     Here are the first lines of each of the 40 Chapters.   I carry it around in my wallet as a reminder that my goal is to live a God pleasing life of purpose.  It's not about you. You are not an accident.…

Click on blue link titled 'The Mintons' next to the picture on the right in order to get an orderly summary of the articles   Kids Know How to Sin – It is your job to teach them to be Christians (Christ like) 1. What on earth are you here for?         - Life is preparation…