CHEW framework
The Daily CHEW™Chew on God’s Love. Live Transformed. Multiply Hope. I remember the first time I was truly challenged to slow down and “CHEW” on God’s love, not just fly past it as a doctrine. I was driven, measured my progress by what I accomplished, and often saw God as that stern coach in the…
The Daily CHEW™ Chew on God’s Love. Live Transformed. Multiply Hope. Focusing on God’s love not only heals, but actually produces superior discipline and sustained behavioral change—because His love restructures motivation and ability at the deepest, practical level. Moment of Honest Striving Here’s how it looks in real life: Driven by a desire to make…
The Daily CHEW™ Chew on God’s Love. Live Transformed. Multiply Hope. At my most self-reliant, I tell myself I should be able to handle my faith, my growth, and my struggles on my own. But the Gospel story, and my story, tell me something better: honest change happens in community. Even as a driven, responsible…
The Daily CHEW™ Chew on God’s Love. Live Transformed. Multiply Hope. There are days when my routine and resolve feel strong, but somewhere in the middle, old patterns surface—performance, striving, moments when significance or security take over. It’s easy to slip back into autopilot, especially when life gets hectic or the pressure rises. More and…
The Daily CHEW™ Chew on God’s Love. Live Transformed. Multiply Hope. Last Sunday, sitting in my favorite spot during worship, I felt deeply moved as we sang about God’s unconditional love—you know that moment when the truth feels so real you could live on it forever. But by Tuesday afternoon, when a client meeting went…
“By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.”—John 13:35 Back in high school, those of us who played for the Harlem Junior Tennis League would crowd into the Armory—dozens of teenagers, racquets in hand, buzzing with more energy than technique. Our parents almost never came to watch practice.…
“Be still, and know that I am God.”—Psalm 46:10 Confession—this is the hardest rhythm for me. I’m wired for action, for moving things forward. Whether it’s the pace of my days here in Atlanta, calls to return, or just the mental treadmill running in my head, I find it far easier to “do” than to…
The Daily CHEW™Chew on God’s Love. Live Transformed. Multiply Hope. Over the years of personal consulting, I’ve witnessed firsthand how forgiveness and resilience—rooted in the Gospel—become the greatest sources of breakthrough in families, teams, and organizations. Christian leaders, parents, coaches, and executives often ask how grace and grit move from one-time words into daily culture.…
The Daily CHEW™Chew on God’s Love. Live Transformed. Multiply Hope. Forgiveness vs. Reconciliation: A Clear Difference Forgiveness is a heart-level decision before God to release your claim for justice and cancel the debt owed to you (Matthew 6:14–15). Even if the other person never apologizes or changes, you can forgive—because it’s fundamentally between your heart…
The Daily CHEW™Chew on God’s Love. Live Transformed. Multiply Hope. I remember walking down Central Park South, her hand in mine, when everything suddenly changed. The love of my life told me she wanted out. Instantly, I numbed myself to the moment—said the right things, kept my composure. But deep inside, I was so thoroughly…