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In college I had a pastor who was very influential in my life. There are several specific conversations I remember and a few phrases of his that have really stuck with me. One of those popped into my head today: “Ben, sometimes action precedes attitude.” I don’t remember exactly what prompted that little aphorism from … Continue reading after the fact
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A friend asked me how church was going last night. He’s not someone who I am church with, but I have known him for several years. It was a genuine question. He knows that church is a big part of my life, and he legitimately cares how things are going for me. I thought it … Continue reading Good Question
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I’m solidly in mid-life. It’s nice to realize that I’m still learning things about myself. One of the things I’m realizing about me is how much I like hitting a goal. I think that kinda hid from be for a while because I’m not overly competitive. I’m usually just as happy to let you win, … Continue reading more to learn
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It’s been a hot summer. I don’ t think that’s just my perception. I think it can be substantiated. hot. At our house, Megan has developed very strategic management of our thermostat. It seems like whenever I walk in the door the house feels cool. We have these classic Florida terrazzo floors, big picture windows … Continue reading still hot.
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The other day I took the dog for a long walk. It was around 5p but still super sweaty outside. I didn’t mind, I knew it was hot when I left and was prepared to sweat. It was just me and him walking, so I wasn’t worried about how I was looking, or smelling. It … Continue reading sixteen years
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If I remember correctly, I was in early elementary school when some neighborhood kids in middle school invited me to help them build a treehouse in the nearby woods. I felt so cool. The hideout was built between three trees and you had to know the right way to walk back into the woods and … Continue reading love and serve
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Sometimes I think about starting a lawn maintenance business. Not to get rich, just to spend my days tidying up yards. I borrowed my neighbor’s edger the other day. Whoa! A good edger is a game changer. crisp little cut lines along the sidewalks and patio boarders look great. It’s odd that I get satisfaction … Continue reading Yard Work and Right Things
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It occurred to me this week that Jesus doesn’t really talk about building an “army.” Some of us may have grown up singing songs about serving in the Lord’s army or marching onward as christian soldiers. But it’s not a metaphor that is used much for Israel or the church in our scriptures. It’s interesting … Continue reading Fine Wine
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This past sunday we considered Psalm 8 together. It’s a pretty well known psalm: Lord, our Lord, how majestic is your name in all the earth! You have set your glory in the heavens.Through the praise of children and infants you have established a stronghold against your enemies, to silence the foe and the avenger.When I consider your heavens, the work of your … Continue reading uniquely
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I was reminded this week about the simplicity of the Gospel. The central claim Jesus of Nazareth stands for is not hard to understand: there is a God, it’s not you—yet the God is dramatically on your side, as demonstrated by Jesus and his cross. Still, the simplicity of the Gospel does not mean it … Continue reading keep going
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