Slow Down, You Move Too Fast
The other day as I listened to my oldies station, I was struck by a very familiar song. As I sang along it occurred to me that the lyrics had…
Read MoreWanderlust
The story of the Prodigal Son is one of the most relatable parables in all of scripture. At various times, we can each see ourselves as one of the characters…
Read MoreDrowning In Purple
For those who have flown in a passenger jet you have no doubt heard the stewardess say; “in the unlikely event of a water landing” and then she goes on…
Read MoreAfter Contrition, Then What?
Psalm 51 is a favorite for many Christians. Psalm 51:19 states: “My sacrifice, O God, is a contrite spirit; a contrite, humbled heart, O God, you will not scorn.” Many…
Read More“STUFF” HAPPENS
Perhaps here in my weekly writings I write too much about our sinfulness. When I am giving talks and retreats though, I draw attention to the fact that our BROKENNESS…
Read MoreThe Worst Sin
Today as Lent is about to begin and as we start the process of preparing ourselves for Easter, I am conducting a little, yet very important, POLL. I feel confident…
Read MoreM.A.S.H.
Think of all of the wars that have been fought throughout history. Now use your imagination and picture for a moment being one of those soldiers. In your mind’s eye…
Read MoreNot Me – Not Now!
Have you ever been asked to do something and your response was, “Not me, not now.” That might be an okay response for some things but not when it is…
Read MoreMoon Glow
What is the difference between moon glow and moon light? The moon doesn’t generate light; it “glows” only because it is reflecting the light of the sun. Essentially the moon…
Read MoreAs We Forgive Others
Do the words “forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us,” scare you as much as they sometimes scare me? When I pray the Lord’s Prayer…
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