In today's episode, we discuss the power of living in the moment, in the now and giving our very best to our work, family, friends and colleagues. So many of us live in constant regret for what happened yesterday and live in constant fear for tomorrow. However, what we miss is focusing in our strength and mental energy for today. Today matters. Thi…

In today's episode, I am joined by my wife Betsy Rustrian who shares her personal experience on what she learned being married for 22 years. Her journey is unique and her wisdom refreshing to those who need to hear what to do during difficult moments in marriage. I hope this episode helps you in your journey of life and marriage. For more informati…

In today's episode, we cover the second half of the ten things I learned in 22 years of marriage. Is it possible to have a healthy marriage? Yes. But not a perfect marriage. A healthy marriage requires great sacrifice, commitment, humility and an authentic relationship with God. I hope this episode helps you in your journey of life and marriage. Fo…

In today's episode, I share some of the things I learned in my 22 years of marriage. My wife and I have experienced great setbacks, blunders, failures and pain. But in spite of all those things, we have learned to establish a great foundation and to respect and love each other more deeply and authentically knowing that we are better together than a…

For many of us, we have not taken the time to think about how much one minute of our time is worth, never mind an hour or a day. We live so unconcerned and unaware of the time we spend doing things that do not add value to our lives and do not align to where we’re going. In today's episode we learn how to identifies distractions and the negative im…

“To everything there is a season, a time for every purpose under heaven.” In today's episode, we learn that seasons are not final, but temporary. How we respond and live in seasons is the key to a fulfilled life. Portraits of Time and Seasons is about learning 3 key principles to help you not just survive but thrive in every season. For more inform…

What do you do when motivation is not enough? In today's episode learn what to do when motivation is not enough to carry you through life's toughest challenges and circumstance. Discover your greatest asset and how you can thrive in your most difficult moments. For more information please visit https://www.erustrian.com/…

To say that life is difficult and challenging is an understatement. Many of us struggle with discouragement, which often leads us down the path of anxiety, worry, doubt, fear and depression. And for many others unfortunately, suicide. In today's episode we dive deep into identifying what discouragement is, and how it negatively impacts our lives. F…

What does your heart long for the most? Why does your heart desire it? Please, take a minute to think deeply about what your heart desires and yearns for the most. In today's episode we're going to look closely at our deepest longings and see if they are misplaced, misguided or a reflection of something deeper. The human heart longs for relationshi…

This week we end our series A Leader's Delusion. Transforming the Delusional Leader Within, reflecting on the life and transformation of Moses as a leader and the nation of Israel as a people; from slaves to a holy nation. In this episode, we will see how Moses leadership was first transformed from within so he could serve and lead a very difficult…

This week we continue with our series on the topic A Leader’s Delusion Transforming the Delusional Leader Within. In this series we are focusing on the delusional aspects of a leader, who is a leader, what great leaders do, what does the bible say about leaderships and why we have such an urgent need for real leadership. An important aspect of Tran…

This week we begin a new series on the topic A Leader’s Delusion-Transforming the Delusional Leader Within In this series we’re going to talk about the delusional aspects of a leader, who is a leader, what great leaders do, what the bible says about leaderships and why we have such an urgent need for real leadership. My desire in starting this seri…

Parenting for today is about having courageous conversations about your parenting style. Can you identify your parenting style( authoritarian, authoritative, passive, neglectful)? Do you know your ducklings? Do you know your children's triggers? Do you know their temperaments and personalities? Do you have credibility with your children? Do you emp…

Today, we’re going to look at a very critical part of parenting and it involves aspects that perhaps we have not considered. When it comes to parenting, unbeknownst to many of us we either parent the same way our parents did, or in some cases, we go a completely opposite direction. It’s important that when it comes to parenting you know who you are…

Quite often we hear the phrase that parenting does not come with a manual. Do you think that statement is true? I believe that there is a manual but whether or not we read it’s a totally different story. How many times have we purchased a new device, a new car, a new television or new furniture and actually read the manual? I know that parenting in…

In our final episode of our series Uncommon Valor for Marriage we end with the following questions: What is right? What is wrong? What is missing? and what are you confused about? These questions are intended to make us ponder about where we are in our marriage, and family. In this episode we also discussed what Jesus said regarding divorce and mar…

What is your definition of marriage? Is your marriage a social contract? Is your marriage a pledge to each other? What were your motivations for marriage? Is the institution of marriage a complete failure? In our third episode of the series Uncommon Valor for Marriage we seek to answer many of these question but go beyond the symptoms and focus on …

As we continue with our series Uncommon Valor for Marriage, we find that commitment is the core principle for establishing and sustaining a healthy strong marriage. In today's episode, we discuss healthy motivations for getting married and ways to grow and improve our marriages. Quite often, married couples do not move on from the sensual aspect of…

Uncommon Valor for Marriage is a series on addressing the challenges, pitfalls and the unexpected events that test our commitment and stability in marriage. Data shows that divorce rates are down, not because people are staying married longer, but because people are not getting married at all. Couples prefer cohabitation instead of long term commit…

As we celebrate Father's Day, we must ask this question, What is a good father? A good father is: a good listener, he is patient, caring, he is a provider, disciplinarian, he is respectful, attentive, loving, forgiving, generous, funny, spontaneous, reliable, responsible and concerned. The Making of a Great Father Is not overnight. It’s a process. …

"Hey dad, I waited for you, but you never came home." For many adults and children these words resonate deeply in their heart. In today's episode we will learn how many of us adults are still waiting for our fathers to come home. For many children, the struggles and challenges they face are in fact the result of absent fathers. Our society needs me…

I wish I had more time. If I could turn back time I would… If only I had one more minute. Quite often we hear these statements of never having enough time to do everything we want to do. Perhaps, not everything we want to do should be given equal value of our time. We should shift our paradigm from managing our time to becoming stewards of our time…

Dear Absentee is a call to absent fathers to hear the cries of their children who are in dire need of their presence, love and affection. The data and statistic on the impact fathers have on their children when they leave the home is terrifying and it explains why we have so many social ills in our society and our world. As man, as fathers, we need…

Ever wonder how much a father impacts the life of a child? A father plays a vital role in the family and in the lives of his children. There are many men and women who today as adults still carry the scars and memories of their childhood, trying to figure out how to function as adults and parents. In today's episode you will hear the challenges fat…

In today's episode I will share with you five lessons I learned from failure. I hope that as you listen, it helps you on your journey through life and may it provide a fresh perspective on failure and how to navigate through the emotional anguish and mental pitfalls that can hold you back from learning, growing and success. For more information, pl…

Before you make a commitment, make sure to weigh the cost. Why is commitment so difficult? For many of us, the word commitment make us feel very uncomfortable. But why? Why does commitment make many of us uncomfortable? Why is it hard to commit to anything these days? What does commitment ask of us? Who benefits the most from our commitment? As you…

Model the Way Our families will always pay attention that our words match our actions. This is where we risk the most of losing our family. Though our children and spouses are empathetic and understanding, and at times forgiving, it is not an excuse to abdicate our responsibility to model to our children how to lead in tough times, how to communica…

Without question, parenting is perhaps one of the most difficult and challenging responsibilities one will ever experience. With so many distractions, and concerns, one can easy worry and become anxious for the future. Unfortunately, when we worry about the future, we miss out on those special moments that mean so much to our children. It's critica…

Have you ever considered the power and impact your thoughts have in your life, mental mindset and health. Consider the following; thoughts happen automatically, they pop into our mind without any real effort or desire. Thoughts are consistent in that they just show up but are often influenced by external circumstances. Thinking differs in that it r…

During life’s most pressing and daunting seasons, we find ourselves searching for ways to find relief and comfort from painful and unwelcoming experiences. However, it’s during these tough times when we must ask ourselves the question and think critically about what comes to our mind when we think about God. “God is not like anything, that is, He i…

What do you think about when you hear the word courage? Right now you might be going through the most difficult time of your life. Think. Think critically about your circumstances. Do you have a plan? Do you need faith? Do you need a miracle? If you win the battle of the mind, you win the day. And life's meant to be lived in the present. Day by day…

Who are you? -Each and every day our actions, not our words tell the world who we are. We must be watchful and see what others say of us. Do our words match our actions? In John 8:58 Jesus said to them, “Most assuredly, I say to you, before Abraham was, I AM.” Every word and work Jesus performed was always to glorify the Father. His words matched H…

Quite often we wait and prolong to start a new journey because we think we need to have everything ready before we begin. Unfortunately, we miss out on what's possible. What's in your hand? Start with what you have and the rest will come. www.erustrian.comKirjoittanut Edvin E. Rustrian