Lesallan | 07/13/2025 Written by Lesallan | July 13, 2025 Is Humanity Living on a Rock or Sand Formation? The parable of the wise and foolish builders in Matthew 7:24-29 (KJV) presents a powerful metaphor for the foundations upon which individuals and societies construct their lives. When Jesus states, “Whosoever Read more…
Lesallan | June 27, 2025 Living by Faith as a Single Christian in Aurora, MO Lesallan | June 27, 2025 Living by Faith as a Single Christian in Aurora, MO Introduction:Living alone as a single man in an apartment building can bring unique spiritual challenges. In a small community like 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…
By Lesallan | June 21, 2025 Embracing Forgiveness: A Sacred Act of Strength and Healing In a world saturated with conflict and misunderstanding, forgiveness remains one of the most profound and transformative acts of grace. Reflecting on Luke 17:3-4 (New International Version), we are reminded of Jesus’ radical call to 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 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 9, 2025 A Prayer for Discernment, Reconciliation, and God’s Higher Ways Heavenly Father, as we step into this new week, we bow before Your throne, mindful that true wisdom and real peace come only from You. Just as You endowed Solomon with insight beyond human measure, we Read more…
Lesallan | June 7, 2025 Ohio Christian University https://www.ohiochristian.edu COM3440 Conflict Resolution (ONL25SP4) Professor Christina Oda Transforming Conflict: The Power of Learning Conversation Conflict is an inevitable facet of human interaction, spanning professional, academic, and personal environments. Traditional responses to conflict often involve instinctive “fight or flight” behaviors, where individuals Read more…
Lesallan Ohio Christian University Personal History and Conflict Perspectives Lesallan Ohio Christian University Aurora, MO May 28, 2025 Personal History and Conflict Perspectives Conflict is not simply an external event, but a tapestry woven from early experiences, cultural heritage, and social influences. My objective—to explore how personal history, worldview, and Read more…
Lesallan | May 26, 2025 “Man is born to trouble as surely as sparks fly upward” (Job 5:7, NIV) Heavenly Father, I come before You with a heart open to Your wisdom and grace. Life is filled with troubles, just as sparks fly upward, and yet I trust that You Read more…