Reflections – Page 2

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 […]

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 […]

Two Paths

Maybe we can change things without violence.

A Community Garden

As a follow-up to last time (Gardening), I’ve read, and re-read, The Parable Of The Sower (and Jesus’ explanation that follows) several times this week. I’m not a theology guy, so I’m sure there’s a lot I don’t understand. But one thing is extremely clear. The soil conditions are pretty darn important. Jesus seems to […]

Foundation And Legacy

I don’t typically do book recommendations here. I’ll make an exception for Standing on the Shoulders by Tim Brand. With uncommon tenderness and transparency, Tim traces his journey with his father, Denny, through the final six weeks of Denny’s life. Into this six-week walk, Tim skillfully weaves the story of Denny’s remarkable life and legacy. […]

Power

Too often we confuse power with real power.

The Long View

God’s perspective…

Hedging Bets

Last time I talked about following Jesus with purpose. It sounds so good when you say it at the start of new year, all fresh and new and ready to jump in with both feet. Then you think about actually having to do it, and it sounds a little harder. At least it does to […]

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 […]

Half A Life

I wasn’t sure I’d get to write this post. Today is the 36th anniversary of my accident. 36 years since I fell 9 feet from a roof, took my first-ever ambulance ride, and learned I’d spend the rest of my life in a wheelchair. I wasn’t sure I’d get to write this post, because a […]

Thankful

“Gratitude turns what we have…into enough.” A lot of us are sort of recovering from a day of feasting and celebrating and giving thanks. For many folks, today will be about leftovers and turkey sandwiches and, of course, football. I’ve been pondering what it means to be truly thankful in the midst of abundance. I […]

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