Blessed are the peacemakers…is that you and me?
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A Tough Lesson
“Always” tell the truth…easier said than done.
Continue readingCoincidence
I don’t believe much in coincidence. When I hear a similar message from different sources, I tend to believe Jesus might be trying to tell me something. Last time I shared a mental image given to me by my friend Carol a few months after my injury. Because of that conversation, I’ve spent the last […]
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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 […]
Continue readingHappy 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 […]
Continue readingShe 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, […]
Continue readingLines 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 […]
Continue readingAbout 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 […]
Continue readingThe Long View
God’s perspective…
Continue readingToo Much?
Let’s give love away like we were made of it.
Continue readingHappy?
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 […]
Continue readingThe 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 […]
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