We literally wear our faith on our sleeve. FREEDOM TOUR jerseys intentionally display the cross of Jesus on each sleeve. Of course the cool colors, the designs, words, and logos are important. The cross is the focus. We want to be clear about who we’re following on this adventure. The cross is partly a sign […]
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Justice. Truth. Love.
What does it mean to seek justice? I think about that a lot. We spend a big chuck of our time working to support a group of kids rescued from a life of sexual slavery. What does justice look like for those kids? “Justice is what love looks like in public.” – Dr. Cornel West […]
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Two Kinds Of Obedience
I’ve always bristled at the notion of “obedience.” Obedience, to me, meant, *Shut up and do as you’re told!* No space for questions. Or nuance. Or the possibility of compromise. Obedience involved unquestioned alignment with some collection of rules, an ideology, or a set of beliefs simply because somebody with power says so. This sort of obedience conjured images […]
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Preaching To The Choir
Turns out, preaching to the choir is the only way that makes sense. The folks in the choir already signed up and bought in. They’re curious about your ideas. They’re willing to listen, might even want your advice and guidance. Your ideas and input can be of incredible value. But only those in the choir, […]
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About Dreams And Music
We’re all about dreams. The FREEDOM TOUR is all about following a big, crazy, God-sized dream. We believe following dreams is what God has in mind for each of us. The idea of dream-following is at the heart of our theme song. I hope you’ll take a few minutes to enjoy a look back at […]
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Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious
“We just got passed by Mary Poppins!” Her bike was a cruiser. Upright position, wide handlebars, even a basket in front. The only thing missing was the funky hat. Our FRONT RANGE TOUR team was cranking up the Palmer Divide, a fairly stout climb on the way to Colorado Springs. Our riders were a bit […]
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But…
Half-full? Half-empty? The answer is supposed to reveal one’s level of optimism. If I answered honestly, based on how I feel, most of the time I’d offer a third option. Half-empty…and leaking. Chronic depression distorts the lens through which I, and lots of others, view the world. My feelings tell me to interpret most circumstances […]
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Whose Kids?
“What are you doing for our kids?” Five years ago. He was curious about the handcycle and our crazy ride around Florida to raise funds for Convoy Of Hope. Wanted to help us feed hungry children, but he hesitated when I mentioned the program was *international.* Five years later I can’t tell you what he […]
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It Ain’t Black Or White
Success or Failure? I’ve been creating a Review of FREEDOM TOUR 2018. Throughout the process I’ve felt this nagging question looming over my shoulder: Was it a success or a failure? Crazy, isn’t it? A year-long project involved several hundred people in a complex effort to foster relationships and support kids rescued from the horrors of […]
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Who’s Really Free?
What’s the “free” in FREEDOM TOUR? It’s kind of a loaded word. Freedom might mean USAmerican freedom, the right to live our lives without unreasonable government interference. Or it might simply mean freedom of movement; “not in jail” = “free.” The FREEDOM TOUR works toward an end to human trafficking, freedom from slavery. But I […]
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Leading Horses To Water
“What’s the secret to motivating students?” Parents wanted to know – and still do – how to get their kids to study harder, learn more, and perform better. My answer was never all that popular. External motivation doesn’t work. It’s science, backed by data and now by neuroscience and brain research. External motivation, punishments or […]
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The Time For Justice Is…
Working on the FREEDOM TOUR gets me thinking a lot about urgency and justice. In an ancient story with modern applications, Paul and Silas were beaten and tossed into prison illegally. God intervened and used the opportunity to convert the jailer and his household. The following morning, officials try to get Paul and Silas to leave without […]
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