We've watched far too many movies that depict love to be the sappy, heart-fluttering moments of romance, that always end happily. While these themes are fun to watch, they are also misleading, because they make it look so easy. Love is very simple, but it is certainly not easy, and here are 5 reasons why:

Generation X, millennials, and the emerging generations are all about passion. However, I want to make sure that we understand the parameters of our passion. We have to be careful in this, "do what makes you happy" world, so here are 5 things you should consider as you are pursuing your passion:

“We may understand money, but most of us have no idea the significance of the seed and the harvest. If you have been praying to God for a financial harvest, here are 5 things you should know and remember …”

“Sure, some people can't tell the difference, yet the differences are there, and clear to those who take the time to truly savor what they are eating. So no ... Mayo is NOT THE SAME as Miracle Whip! I'm sure you're asking, "What does this have to do with me …. "

“The very reason for which you were created, just may be connected to something that terrifies you to your core. What if God wanted to use you in a great and impactful way, in the very areas that you avoid?”

Time is not your enemy. While you see others moving in their respective gifts, operating in their callings and walking in their own greatness, don’t rush. Be patient. It is never too late to become great.

… real-life distractions are imposed on us, to rob us of our focus and keep us fixated on trivial things. If we engage too often or for too long, we can miss the crucial collisions of destiny and opportunity.

God has designed us to be masters of our own minds, but overthinkers routinely bow to the power of the mind. Thus allowing the process to hinder progress.

What does it mean to play games? Playing games includes, but is not limited to, purposefully sending mixed signals, confusing people, and toying with emotions. People play these games in relationships every day.

It’s been said, time and again, that everything that has a beginning has an end. However, we tend to always be surprised when relationships end.