Every day we tell ourselves hundreds — maybe thousands — of stories. Some are fleeting micro-stories that last only seconds; others stretch into full narratives. This episode explores why those stories matter so deeply: because they quietly shape our beliefs, drive our actions, define our character, and ultimately determine the impact we have on the world around us.

This Week’s Challenge

Begin paying attention to the stories you’re telling yourself — especially the micro-stories that play out in seconds. Here are some ways to track them:

1. Keep a journal and write down the stories you notice throughout the day.
2. Jot quick notes on index cards when a story surfaces.
3. Record voice memos on your phone in the moment.

Get curious about what you find. You might be surprised — some stories will be more judgmental or negative than you expected, and others will be more positive. Either way, don’t shame your stories back into hiding. You can’t change what you’re not willing to see.

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Stars have been guiding people for generations, from the wise men who followed it to the birth of Christ to mariners searching for land. Yet without the fixed north star, Polaris, navigation by stars wouldn't be possible.

In the final installment of the Core Compass of Truth series, we look at the "North Star" which serves as the guide for all people today--Scripture. While the other points on the compass are necessary, the Bible remains as the fixed point.

See why this matters and learn a fascinating bonus fact about our solar system's north star!

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Discover a powerful, life-long lesson I learned one Christmas that began with a poem about a pig.

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