Devotional

To assume you can only focus on the goal in front of you without ever paying mind to all that’s happening around you is not only foolish but also dangerous. And that brings us to the topic of culture.

Scripture is filled with poetic action language describing the Christian life. Press on. Strain toward. Take hold. Follow in His steps. And do it with all your might.

Let’s talk about antidotes.  You know, something that counteracts a poison or a disease. I still need to get to the bottom of this one: is the antidote to a jellyfish sting really urine?  I [...]

One night in Managua, Nicaragua, it was my honor to stay in the home of a very generous family in an extremely impoverished part of the city.  The meal my host served of black beans and warm [...]

Take a stroll with me down memory-lane, will you?  Depending on your age, these will hit you differently.  These are (ready for it?) highlights from the top Christmas gift-crazes since the 80’s.

Years ago, when one my girls was four years old, I was working on a project at our house, repairing the steps to our basement.  And she was sitting next to me, watching.

We could learn from the experts on this topic. You know, on the topic of wonder. We could learn from those who are still surprised and amazed on a regular basis.  The, well, not-old.  Kids. [...]

We can get better at this. Wonder that is. Some will suggest that the loss of wonder is nothing more than boredom.  But it is more. 

What’s the most comforting sound you can imagine? The sound of waves crashing on the shore? The crackle of a campfire? Rain on a window? Whatever your answer, I’ll bet yours was different than mine.