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)

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)

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)

In Desperate Need of Sabbath

I first heard Gordon MacDonald speak about the importance of "Sabbath" in his book Ordering Your Private World.  He spoke of the importance of Sabbath and rest.  Specifically, he spoke of the importance of having a "Sabbath," as a part of a rhythm to one’s life, where there is regular rest and reflection. Many of… Continue reading In Desperate Need of Sabbath