When I read the words below from Darryl Tippens, I thought, “Wow!” I then slowly read these thoughtful, timely words again. Darryl is the author of Pilgrim Heart: The Way of Jesus in Everyday Life. I read this book several years ago and found it to be very encouraging. The author is Dr. Darryl Tippens,… Continue reading Interview with Darryl Tippens (Part 3)
Category: Renewal
Interview with Darryl Tippens (Part 2)
If you are like me, you might sometimes feel tired, sluggish, and perhaps discouraged. I encourage you to read Pilgrim Heart: The Way of Jesus in Everyday Life. I read this book a few years ago and found it to be incredibly refreshing. The author is Dr. Darryl Tippens, Provost at Pepperdine University. Darryl has… Continue reading Interview with Darryl Tippens (Part 2)
Interview with Darryl Tippens (Part 1)
Do you need to read a book that will refresh your soul? I encourage you to read Pilgrim Heart: The Way of Jesus in Everyday Life. I read this book a few years ago and found it to be incredibly refreshing. The author is Dr. Darryl Tippens, Provost at Pepperdine University. Darryl has graciously consented… Continue reading Interview with Darryl Tippens (Part 1)
The Month that Has Been a Lifesaver! (A 16-Year Practice)
Sixteen years ago, my family and I moved to Waco, Texas, to begin working with the Crestview church. Our children were young and were fascinated by the notion of moving. I still remember their glee when we flew into the Waco airport and were greeted by some members of what would become our new church.… Continue reading The Month that Has Been a Lifesaver! (A 16-Year Practice)
When Ministry Becomes a Breath of Fresh Air (Part 1)
Many people read this blog. People who serve in a variety of vocations read these words. If you are a Christ-follower, there is a sense in which you are a minister (servant) no matter where you are and no matter what your vocation. Such ministries are important — very important. There are others who serve… Continue reading When Ministry Becomes a Breath of Fresh Air (Part 1)
Lynn Anderson on Staying Fresh
In the video interview below, Lynn Anderson discusses "Staying Fresh." Lynn has been very intentional about continuing to grow, learn, and develop throughout the years of his ministry. Hear these words of encouragement. (This is the final interview in this series of eight videos. I hope you have enjoyed these. I was certainly blessed by… Continue reading Lynn Anderson on Staying Fresh
Moving Toward Change (Five Important Questions)
I was in the sixth grade, shy, clumsy and feeling awkward in many social situations. I was in Boy Scouts at the time and subscribed to "Boy’s Life," which was the magazine of the Scouts. Each month, I read this magazine — cover to cover. One month I discovered an interesting advertisement. It was about… Continue reading Moving Toward Change (Five Important Questions)
Become a Life-Long Learner
I love to be around people who have energy for life. Specifically, I love to be around people who have never stopped learning. The college professor who continues to explore and learn in her field. The minister who reads the Bible and other books believing that he has much to learn. The parent who understands… Continue reading Become a Life-Long Learner
An Interview With Lynn Anderson — (Part 1 of 2)
The following is the first part of a two part interview that I did recently with Lynn Anderson of MentorNetwork. Lynn Anderson has been a significant mentor to me for many years. From him I have learned so much about what it means to follow Jesus, live with authenticity, and live out my calling as… Continue reading An Interview With Lynn Anderson — (Part 1 of 2)
Five Suggestions for Staying Fully Alive
He stood before our church and preached. Each week, this figure in a dark suit opened the Bible and talked. I was in my later years of elementary school, so I don’t remember a lot about this man. But I do remember that when he preached, it seemed dull. I don’t think it was the… Continue reading Five Suggestions for Staying Fully Alive