Nicky King

Life has a way of pulling our focus in multiple directions. People disappoint us. Circumstances frustrate us. Stress drains us. Delays discourage us. Sometimes we spend a lot of energy reacting to people and situations that we lose sight of the One we are living for. As a Christian, I am called to live according to Colossians 3:23: “And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men.” This verse serves as a powerful reminder that our attitude, our work ethic, our...

On February 5, 1996, I made the most important decision of my life. All the happiness and success I enjoyed could not fill a void I felt in my life. I had everything - family and friends I adored, a successful career, fond memories of an outstanding childhood, the desire to help and love others, etc., but I never felt complete. I knew that something was missing and that I had a purpose to fulfill. These feelings would inevitably trigger a “soul search”. I knew I could be a better person, if...

To me, STILL means “STOP doing”, “don’t move”, “be quiet”, “be calm”, “be tranquil”, “be free from noise or turmoil”, “be untroubled”, “be peaceful”, or “be serene”.  In all honesty, I am very uncomfortable being still.  My very personality screams  DRIVEN  and  PERPETUAL MOTION !  The busyness of life carries me from one accomplishment to another, makes plenty of time for fun with family and friends, uses extraordinary energy on meaningless tasks … basically makes MY WAY the priority of life...