Merry Christmas Again!
I’ve enjoyed the recent series of sermons from my pastor, Steve Houser, during this Advent season. Rather than the typical birth narratives, he’s been speaking out of the first chapter… Read more »
Category: Christianity
An Anchor
I’ve often talked about context here, particularly in historical scenarios. When faced with something about the past that you don’t understand, it helps to think through what may have been… Read more »
A Holy Night Indeed
Very busy today, but I can’t leave you without something wonderful. This is my absolute favorite Christmas hymn. And rightfully so. I can only imagine — and that so incredibly… Read more »
Follow-Up: A Sacrifice of Praise
I’m actually following up yesterday’s piece with this one. Because the song I’m sharing here means something. As I’ve seen creation as a comfort that God is truly there and… Read more »
Comfort in Creation
I’ve been doing a lot of praying lately (and learning a tremendous amount about myself through it). But my mind still creeps in there and starts making God’s plans for… Read more »
A Generation of Hopeless Cheerleaders
Maybe you’re a fan of mocking “participation trophies” and the generations who got them. You think it softened them and raised their expectations so significantly that they feel entitled to… Read more »
“My friend…”
I’ve seldom (if ever) found an artist who invokes such a peacefulness as that captured by Josh Garrels. I can’t recall when I first heard him (I’d assume it was… Read more »
Security
Growing up in the earlier days of television — before videos, cable, and then streaming pretty much turned it all on its head — you would learn patience by having… Read more »
Follow-Up: G.O.S.P.E.L.
After yesterday’s piece, I was reminded this morning of a video I’d seen and loved from long ago. It’s a beautiful piece of spoken word art that captures the essentials… Read more »
Burn the Straw Men
Most of us would believe we’re thoughtful people. While some of us may recognize our impulsiveness (or at least have friends to point it out), we generally think we’ve got… Read more »