Notice here how different our deck looked in 2008 . . . After using my Honda power washer (can you say increased carbon foot print?) to blast away any dirt and cleanse my deck, Jamie and I then applied copious…
Looking for more joy? Pursue unity.
Psalm 133 encourages us that joy and refreshment is found in spending more time in community with God’s people. Psalm 133 reads: How good and pleasant it is when brothers live together in unity! It is like precious oil poured…
Douthat on the Mosque Controversy
Ross Douthat’s thoughts on the NYC mosque/Ground Zero controversy are the most insightful I have heard thus far. There’s an America where it doesn’t matter what language you speak, what god you worship, or how deep your New World roots…
We know you didn’t see what we meant about your blind spot, that’s why it’s called a blind spot.
Stating the obvious, we don’t see blind spots. That’s why they’re called blind spots. So, rather than being defensive when someone points something out, let’s listen to advice and accept instruction – – that in the end we can be…
Let’s don’t keep it a secret
Joy, which was the small publicity of the pagan, is the gigantic secret of the Christian. G.K. Chesterton.
Oops, there goes the engagement ring . . .
Ouch. No making this sort of thing up. A romantic engagement surprise turned into a moment of horror for a prospective Massachusetts bride Monday when she fumbled a $9,000 diamond engagement ring — and it disappeared down a rocky jetty…
If Jack Bauer was my pastor . . .
24 is over. I say again, “It’s over.” Still, for those of you who miss it, you may appreciate reflecting on what it would be like to have Jack Bauer as your pastor. If you need help getting started, this…
The beatitudes: received in principle, but to be cultivated in the process of discipleship
David Turner: The Beatitudes reveal key character traits that God approves in his people. These character traits are gracious gifts indicating God’s approval, not requirements for works that merit God’s approval. Those who repent receive these character traits in principle…
Prop 8 got struck down, now what
Kevin DeYoung: As you all know by now, last week a judge in California overturned Proposition 8, the voter approved legislation that defined marriage as between a man and a woman. This has once again thrown the spotlight on gay…
I was excited at the time . . .
21 years later, I am more blessed than ever.