The Beautiful Fight is Gary Thomas’ new book. It is a powerful work about spiritual transformation. A few years ago I read his book A Sacred Marriage. I was very impressed. Since then, I have read many other books written by Gary Thomas. I am not sure what it is that draws me to his work. I… Continue reading Encouraging Words from Gary Thomas
Tag: Spirituality
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)
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?