Was that you God?

Was that you God?

I think one of the most important spiritual disciplines is learning to discern God’s voice from all others. It’s not always easy, but it’s always important. As I’ve said before, it’s important to remember that when God speaks, it’s not a suggestion. My favorite quote...
The trouble with time

The trouble with time

Is this really the end of August? It doesn’t seem possible. Labor Day weekend is upon us, which is when most pools close for the year. It’s often considered the last weekend of summer, unless you live in Texas like I do. Our weather and landscape won’t get the “fall”...
The difference between an election and a coronation

The difference between an election and a coronation

As politics heat up let’s work hard to keep our perspective. I heard a song that did that for me. It’s good to be reminded, in the midst of all the rhetoric, that we are considering a president, not a king. Jesus spent a lot of time at the beginning of his ministry...
Do you believe our culture will improve?

Do you believe our culture will improve?

How could a person of faith answer that question if someone asked? This is an interesting time to be a witness for Christ. The last encouragement Jesus gave his disciples was that when the Holy Spirit entered their lives, they would become witnesses everywhere they...
Why is manna a lot like kale?

Why is manna a lot like kale?

My dad had a favorite phrase that he usually spoke while reaching for a second cookie. He would often say, “A little health food is fine, but I want to be in bad shape when I die.” Even as I type those words I am smiling. I kind of enjoyed his philosophy of life. My...
Fred Rogers: 143 Pounds of Wisdom

Fred Rogers: 143 Pounds of Wisdom

I’ve spent the past few weeks living with the words of wisdom from David and Solomon. Maybe that is why I wanted to write about the new Fred Rogers documentary. Won’t You Be My Neighbor? takes a fresh look at Fred Rogers and the impact his television show has made on...