I was rushing to a school to officiate a basketball game, frustrated that I might arrive late. Not late for the game itself (almost though), but late for when officials are expected to be there. As I drove, my wife had just asked how I was doing, and I realized my answer was more edge than honesty. The problem was simple. I left the church later than I should have. That moment stuck with me. People often tell me I am “ so busy ,” and for a long time I have pushed back on tha

When I was playing football in college , our coach divided our practices into segments. Many college, professional, and even high school teams plan practices down to the second to try and cover as much as they can and get the players every possible rep.   But what happens when time runs out and we are right in the middle of a drill? Or when we need to take additional reps to perfect a new play?   In my experience, it was simple , we adjusted the schedule.   But if we can jus

Today, we are so busy. At least we claim to be. I have seen middle school students go to school, practice one sport for the school for a...