Author: Rich

…what you’re for (not by what you’re against). (This week I’m thinking about what I’d tell graduates at commencement. Previous thoughts: You’ll never love too much and When you’re not sure what to do, help someone.) Today’s guidance: Be known by what you’re for (not by what you’re against). Nobody wants to be a victim. […]

…help someone. (This week I’m thinking about what I’d tell graduates at commencement.) Inevitably, you’re going to reach places where you feel stuck and don’t know which way to turn or what to do next. You’ll wonder about God’s purpose and whether there’s any point to it all. Maybe you’re looking for the right person and […]

…love too much. (Note: This week I’m  thinking about what I’d tell graduates at commencement.) It’s awfully easy to go overboard, even with good things. Almost any idea or action, taken to extremes, will get you in trouble. Most of the time, moderation is the way to go. I know of one clear, absolute exception: You’ll never […]

Jesus often rebuked those with “hard hearts.” Our pastor used the phrase “hard hearts” in a message this weekend. He suggested that we should strive to cultivate a “soft heart.” I wondered exactly what he meant. My dictionary defines softhearted as “tenderness of heart, capable of pity or other kindly affection.” I’m not sure that’s […]