Monthly Archives: March 2011

Some of us just seem to be inclined toward depression. I know, you don’t want to hear it. I also know some of you think it is a lack of faith. Having a propensity to “the blues” doesn’t mean you’re … Continue reading →

We finally got around to seeing “The King’s Speech.” I must say, I was totally blown away. I was unprepared for how I would react. I don’t want to ruin anything for those of you who may be reading this, … Continue reading →

Once again I was invited to hear an old friend play a concert at the university of which he serves as, “Artist in Residence.” I love that title; sounds so cool, so artsy…special. And special he is! He plays an … Continue reading →

Many decades ago, in a land not-so-far-away from here, I saw a beautiful, raven-haired, blue-eyed, absolutely stunning young woman walk across the football field on graduation night. The field lights on her dark hair, the blue in her eyes, shining … Continue reading →

My mother-in-law is one of the toughest people I’ve ever known. She has suffered with illnesses, and handicaps all of her 80-years. She’s the type of person that if she ever says she’s hurting (which she rarely, ever says), means … Continue reading →

Why do we Christians love bad news about…ourselves? A couple of years ago a book came out called, “unchristian.” It was supposed to be research from the guru of statistics for Christendom, the Barna Group. Many of us have read … Continue reading →

I told our congregation Sunday that the church can get bored with Jesus (at this moment there is a pregnant pause for effect). I mean it…we truly can. How many sermons do we preach, or hear, where the name of … Continue reading →

I met with a very kind, talented and passionate young man this week. I mean he’s young…I guess you can’t be an Old Testament “gibbor,” or warrior unless you’re 30 or older, so I’m not even sure he’s warrior age … Continue reading →