Rich’s Ride – Rich's Ride

Maybe?

I’m rarely “absolutely” certain. It’s one of the things I admire about neurosurgeons. I’ve encountered a few of them over the years, and they don’t often say “maybe.” Neurosurgeons tend to be sure about the situation and what to do about it. When you talk to them you don’t hear “probably” or “likely.” It’s exactly […]

Happy Or Sad?

I’ve been thinking this week about connection. How to we bridge the gap between one another, between ourselves and the kids at the Home of Hope, between ourselves and Jesus? + + + One of my most profound childhood memories happened the night before Grandpa’s funeral. I was twelve years old. A large collection of […]

She Has A Face

Ever hear about “speaking up for the voiceless”? It’s sort of odd, because those “voiceless” people really have the same voices as you and me. Their voices are beautiful. And capable. And worth hearing. Except, of course, those voices are often intentionally, systematically silenced and repressed. Or they’re simply ignored out of convenience and privilege, […]

Lines And Erasers

The last post about gate-storming prompted a couple of interesting responses. Rather than detailing those conversations, I’d simply like to leave you with a thought to ponder. I believe dividing the world into them and us is a mistake. I do it too often, but I believe it’s wrong. I have a sense that whenever […]

About Inspiration

At the FREEDOM TOUR, we seek to make a small change in the world. We do that by supporting a group of kids rescued from human trafficking, and to accomplish our goal we need to bring along a circle of people. I spend a fair bit of time thinking about the best way to attract […]

The Long View

God’s perspective…

Too Much?

Let’s give love away like we were made of it.

Happy?

Happy New Year! It’s the customary greeting, and of course we wish happiness for our friends in 2024. However… Perhaps you and I seek something beyond “happy” as we enter a new year. It could be many things, I suppose, but I’m thinking about writing stories, following paths, with purpose. Too easy, I think, to […]

The Beatles Were Right

We’re preparing to launch FREEDOM TOUR 2024 in a few days. It’s exciting, and as usual I find myself becoming introspective. Who will join? What will they need? How can we serve them? How do we communicate the message of the kids at the Home of Hope? With all the excitement and questions, it’s easy […]

Perspective

Things look different when we zoom out.

A Too-Familiar Story

Becky and I are binging a series in which a young lady catches fire for Jesus. Life is wonderful. God is great…all the time. Can’t get enough Bible study, worship, preaching. Ever been there? Then, the inevitable happens. Tragedy. Loss. Indescribable pain. And, of course, questions. If God is so good, why did He do […]

What’s The Point?

Last week, I indulged in a couple of personal riffs about life before and after my injury. I found myself asking a question: “What’s the point?” It’s a question that can take us in different directions. It might indicate despair, as if there is no point in continuing. Believe me, there are times when my […]

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