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This week, as we watched another big storm blow through, I thought of that story of Jesus commanding the wind and the waves to chill out. His disciples seem to have been stunned by that, and I can see why. Commanding the intimidating wind and waves to subside, and having them respond would be alarming. … Continue reading Wind and Waves
Read MoreMegan and I got really sucked into the TV show Lost, when it first aired. We watched the first season on DVD, but then anxiously waited for each new episode to air and gathered with some friends to watch it. That feeling of really wanting to know how things would end is so unique. I … Continue reading God is not a Hyper Puppy
Read MoreSometimes you gotta just go somewhere. Life is not ever really a straight line. We are often pushed around by different necessities or abilities or needs. We make one choice because we must, we deal with another inconvenience because we can, we tackle particular problems when we’re the best positioned or equipped to do so. … Continue reading Conviction.
Read MoreWhen you run, make sure you run, to something and not only from. Cause, Lies don’t need and aero plane to chase you anywhere. -Avett Brothers What are you running to? Yesterday someone asked me about my 10 year plan. I scoffed (then explained myself). I try not to micro-manage my future. God is a … Continue reading Where You Running?
Read MoreI had a couple days recently where I got to ride my bike for work again. I used to ride my bike everywhere. I forgot how fun it was, I also forgot how sweaty it was. I’m not sure how your days go, but it’s easier for me to focus when I intersperse mental breaks. … Continue reading Prayer, because we can
Read MoreI got to ride my bike today. It was hot, very sweaty and I probably smell a little. I love it. For about 4years I rode my bike everywhere. I didn’t use a car for work. There were definite down sides. The aforementioned smell & sweat chief among them. But also, there is more adventure … Continue reading Jokes & a little adventure
Read MoreThere’s a little line in the Gospels that says some folks called Jesus a drunkard and a glutton. I don’t think he was, but the accusation held enough credibility that it get’s a mention. His first miracle was making lots of wine for folks who’d been drinking for days, and we have stories of him … Continue reading Drunkard and Glutton
Read MoreI’m not sure exactly what it says about me, but I really like grocery shopping. I like shopping on the weekend for the whole week, I like going to pick things up to make dinner, I like just going to grab one or two things. I like grocery stores. I like listening to music/podcasts/ballgame on … Continue reading Groceries and Possibility
Read MoreI mentioned the other day that a recognition of our limitations is the entryway into relationship with the Divine. That came up because we were mentioning the Sermon on the Mount. I don’t know that I’ve ever phrased it exactly like that before, but the understanding comes from a professor I had in Seminary: Prof. … Continue reading Limited
Read MoreThe other day, through a pretty random circumstance, I found myself reminiscing on the loss of my Grandad. He was a flawed guy like the rest of us, but I really loved him. He was a good influence in my life. I could share several stories about his humor and path through life, his cars, … Continue reading Mountains and Glory
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