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)
Category: Spiritual Disciplines
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)
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)
What Is at Stake?
An ordinary day may be more than "ordinary." In fact, much may be at stake. I was thinking about this yesterday in light of the day, which seemed pretty ordinary. It was an ordinary Wednesday in many ways. Much time was spent in preparation for the message this Sunday and for a class that… Continue reading What Is at Stake?
Question: How Does Startling Economic News Impact Your Spiritual Life?
You’ve seen the news. Apparently, this economy is in a real crisis. No doubt, you are watching, along with the rest of us, as those in Washington seek to formulate a plan to help this economy. The proposal by Treasury Secretary Paulson will cost $700 billion dollars. This week, Washington is trying to come to… Continue reading Question: How Does Startling Economic News Impact Your Spiritual Life?
Getting Back to the Center (Part 2)
This is now day six since I have moved from Windows to Mac (MacBook Pro). It has been a fairly smooth transition so far. Occasionally, I will come across some little thing that is just different than what might happen with Windows. (Such as attempting to "right click" on the Mac the way I would… Continue reading Getting Back to the Center (Part 2)
For Those Who are Willing to Read Slowly
After all, some truths are meant to be savored. They are more like a good steak in which you desire to savor every bite. Far too many people come across important statements and treat them like a hot dog at the ball game. Scarf it down quickly and get on with eating something else. … Continue reading For Those Who are Willing to Read Slowly
Getting Back to the Center (Part 1)
This week, I have posted very little as I am transitioning from a PC to a Mac. For about three days this week, I have not had access to either my new or the old computer. Anyway, the transition phase of this is almost over. Thanks for your patience. In the meantime, several people in… Continue reading Getting Back to the Center (Part 1)
Question: What Are Some Warning Signs?
Yesterday, I spent much of the day with a small group of very fine ministers and church leaders. In the course of conversation, we talked about the importance of raising good questions regarding the various dimensions of our lives and then addressing those questions. This has to begin by first addressing the center. Ideally,… Continue reading Question: What Are Some Warning Signs?
Marriage: What I’ve Learned at 30 Years (Part 3)
We had two small children. My wife, Charlotte, stayed at home with them. I was working with a church that was a wonderful place to be but in many ways was consuming me. (I don’t mean for this statement to be a reflection on that church. Rather, it had more to do with my inexperience… Continue reading Marriage: What I’ve Learned at 30 Years (Part 3)