Progress To A Transformed Christian Life
I am going to lay out some ideas in this space in relation to how groups of men can Grow Up in their Christian Life. These are just ideas, I haven't tested them but through observation, reading, and my own experience, I believe that this might be a pathway to move men into a more... Continue Reading →
I am not a Bible scholar so I won't do a deep dive into a passage here (I teach Bible study classes at my church where I attempt that). I would tell you that if you want to see what a Grown Up Christian looks like, then your best to look to the Sermon on... Continue Reading →
Have you ever watched an infomercial or a TV ad and hear the pitchman say the great value of the product but then he says, "Wait, there's more. If you call in the next 15 minutes..." and then proceeds to add on some "great" additional product or feature. An electronic flyswatter anyone? There may... Continue Reading →
In Greater Expectations: Succeed (and Stay Sane) in an On-Demand, All-Access, Always-On Age , Claire Diaz-Ortiz discusses a particular problem and one that constantly tempts me. Diaz-Ortiz laments the time and soul sucking nature of constant information and social media. She honestly admits that her responsible and vocational intentions often fly out the window due... Continue Reading →
My twelve-year-old daughter recently expressed difficulty in praying. You never prepare yourself for what you are going to say in these situations, so I told her to keep it real simple and short. I told her to try the following: Father, we love you and thank you for being our God. Please help me with... Continue Reading →
I have been trying to find ways to simplify my life but I am terrible at it. I am easily distracted by media and the latest information. (I guess that is why I am a librarian) I am hoping to find time and space in my life for God, reflection, and family. That is one... Continue Reading →
I have a meeting today that I have a small role in. I am worried not so much about my performance in the meeting but more about how my performance will be assessed by others. If I can trust God in helping me with the tasks at hand why can't I trust him with the... Continue Reading →
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