Inspiration – Josh Benner

Incredible story: 13 year-old Jayme Closs escapes abductor, finds help 3 months after parents murdered

Jan 11, 2019

I’ve read autobiographies of people who have survived the Holocaust and escaped form North Korea. They’re harrowing stories. They’re heartbreaking stories. But in another sense, they’re inspiring stories, because in them, you see the triumph of the human spirit. They’re inspiring because you see what people are capable of and what true toughness and grit…

From nothing to a Navy SEAL: David Goggins and mental toughness

Dec 18, 2018

I’ve been going through the new book “Can’t hurt me: master your mind and defy the odds” by David Goggins. I’m about halfway through the book, and I’ve really enjoyed it. Earlier this fall, I saw some interviews Goggins had done, and I was intrigued by his story, but the book gives so much more…

Heroism, sacrifice and what 9/11 documentaries can teach us about what matters in life

Sep 13, 2018

This week, as we remember the 17th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks, I watched a new documentary on the history channel titled: “9/11: Escape from the Towers.” The documentary features firsthand accounts of people who were working in the Twin Towers that day. The stories are astounding. Aside from “9/11,” a documentary by…

You’re (probably) misquoting Philippians 4:13 – and why it matters

Apr 26, 2018

I can do all things through him who strengthens me. -Philippians 4:13 According to Bible Gateway, Philippians 4:13 is the second most popular verse in the New Testament, only behind John 3:16. It’s a verse memorized and beloved by many. But for as popular as this verse is, it’s also often misunderstood and taken out…

The story of the time I lost a job through a “thank you” card

Mar 29, 2014

Once upon a time, I had a menial job working for a very large company. I don’t want to name names so I’ll just make something up. Let’s say the company was called “Stationwide.” So I originally interviewed for a company who did hiring for Stanionwide and they brought me back in for a second…