Lesallan | July 16, 2025 God’s Unceasing Praise: A Reflection on Psalm 113:3 God’s Unceasing Praise: A Reflection on Psalm 113:3 From the rising of the sun unto the going down of the same, the LORD’S name is to be praised (King James Version Bible, Psalm 113:3). This simple yet Read more
Lesallan | 7/15/2025 Persistence: A Psychological and Biblical Perspective Persistence, defined as sustained effort toward long-term objectives, plays a crucial role in individual achievement and well-being. In psychological research, the construct of grit—encompassing perseverance and passion for long-term goals—has emerged as a significant predictor of success beyond traditional measures, such Read more
Lesallan | July 13, 2025 It Is About What God Wants – Not You When we center our lives on our own desires, we risk missing the very purpose for which God created us. The scriptures remind us that our motives and actions should align with His will, not our Read more
Lesallan | July 2, 2025 Growing Old and Its Effects on the Mind Lesallan | July 2, 2025 Growing Old and Its Effects on the Mind Growing older brings profound shifts in both body and mind. As neural networks reorganize and sensory processing slows, many experience changes in memory, attention, Read more
🐑 Wolves in Wool: Discerning Truth in a World of Deception “Beware of false prophets, which come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ravening wolves.” — Matthew 7:15 (KJV) In the heart of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus issues a warning that still resonates today: not Read more
By Lesallan | June 26, 2025 When the Day Unravels: Finding God in Life’s Rough Edges There are occasions when circumstances appear to unravel, resulting in failed plans, disrupted dialogues, and a sense of lost tranquility. Nevertheless, interspersed throughout Scripture is a reassuring message: one is not alone in facing Read more
Lesallan | June 21, 2025 The Difference Between Peacekeeping and Peacemaking There is a powerful distinction between the two. And I believe—it is more than semantics. While both peacekeeping and peacemaking aim to reduce conflict, their methods and spiritual implications differ significantly. Peacekeeping often involves avoiding conflict to maintain Read more
Lesallan | June 14, 2025 The Everyday Art of Negotiation: A Biblical Perspective Negotiation is often associated with legal settlements, but it is also essential in everyday interactions, particularly when resolving interpersonal conflicts. Whether in professional environments, family relationships, or social situations, negotiation enables individuals to reach mutually beneficial agreements Read more
Lesallan | June 11, 2025 Functions of Emotion in Conflict: An Emotional and Spiritual Perspective Lesallan Bostron Ohio Christian University COM3040 Conflict Resolution (ONL25SP4) Professor Christina Oda June 11, 2025 Functions of Emotion in Conflict: An Emotional and Spiritual Perspective Emotions are complex physiological and cognitive responses that signal our Read more
Lesallan | June 10, 2025 Solomon’s Role: Mediator or Arbitrator? In the narrative of 1 Kings 3:16-27 (NIV), King Solomon is presented with an intractable conflict between two women, each claiming to be the mother of the same child. Rather than acting as a mediator, whose role is to facilitate dialogue Read more