Jesus is– In a word, remarkable and the longer we look at his life we are struck by the force of his life and the strength of his character especially in light of the forces of darkness that were brought to bear against him. Consider then… AT HIS BIRTH HE Read more…
Our dog helped me the other day with some theological insight. Well, Mocha ( our Aussie) may get partial credit for this but the real thanks belong to God. And thanks to my son Daniel’s advice, as part of my plan for improving the quality of my Christian life, I Read more…
When it becomes easier to fake a relationship that we do not have. Some time ago, a friend recommended a TED talk from a respected psychologist, who suggested that people’s body language could be cultivated to help them manifest a self confidence that is normally lacking in their lives; thereby Read more…
Come see for yourself… I’m fascinated by a certain Australian ritual known as the “Walkabout“. A walkabout is an aboriginal rite of passage in which males undergo an extended journey during adolescence, usually coming between their 10th and 16th birthday. It follows an intense period of preparation and an approval Read more…
Be Thankful and live better– It’s hard to imagine that skills our parents sought so diligently to impart to us as children could actually improve our adult lives and make us happier, more well adjusted and maybe even more prosperous. Who knew? Well, my mom was convinced. Yep my world Read more…
Yesterday, my wife cried– Billy Graham had just died, and knowing the truth about God and sin did not alter the sadness that invaded her life. In fact, I asked my students today about the last time they cried and the basis for their tears. The answers I received were Read more…
Connecting with the human condition Earlier this week, I visited a friend and fellow church member in the hospital. Here is a guy struggling with maladies that will likely take his life sooner than later and they all stem from a failing heart. He is well aware of the real Read more…
Why the Cave has a place in our lives, especially when all else may be caving in… When I was a boy, my parents took me to Mammoth Cave and I remember the impression the cold dampness and close claustrophobic feeling left on us as we descended further and further Read more…
A realtor friend of mine stopped me outside the restaurant where we meet with our Chamber of Commerce group weekly and said, “Can I ask you a question? Why does Trump get a free pass from his political base ( many of them Christians, I think he meant), when it Read more…
Yesterday, Debbie and I attended a gathering for a business group that we are part of at the home of one of our members. His newly renovated and spacious home reflects the good taste of its owners, and their intentional desire to accommodate larger groups where food and conversation are Read more…
